98 managing quantity surveyor jobs found

The Role We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial management of major construction and infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to final account. This role will play a key part in ensuring robust commercial governance, managing project costs, mitigating risk, and maximising profitability while supporting successful project delivery. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in pre-construction, cost planning, procurement, subcontract management, and contract administration, with a strong understanding of NEC contracts within civil engineering, infrastructure, or major construction projects. Key Responsibilities Pre-Construction & Commercial Management Lead commercial input during pre-construction, tender and bid stages. Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates, budgets and commercial appraisals. Review tender documentation, specifications and contract requirements. Identify commercial risks and opportunities...

Managing Quantity Surveyor – Major Infrastructure Project We are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 contractor delivering a major UK infrastructure project. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key commercial leadership role from the early design phase through to project delivery on a long-term scheme. The successful candidates will lead the commercial management of key work packages, oversee the commercial team, and ensure robust cost control, contract administration and value for money throughout the project lifecycle. Key Responsibilities * Lead the commercial management of major infrastructure work packages. * Administer and manage NEC contracts throughout the project lifecycle. * Measure, record and value works in accordance with contractual procedures. * Prepare and review applications for payment, cost reporting and final accounts. * Manage project accounting systems, monitor project costs and produce cost vs. value...

Pre-Contract Quantity Surveyor - Major Water Infrastructure Programme Contract Length: 12-month rolling contract. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Kings Cross, London or Peterborough. Rate: £500-£550 per day About the Opportunity We are supporting a major UK water infrastructure programme seeking an experienced Pre-Contract Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile capital investment team. This role will focus on the commercial, financial and contractual activities required before construction commences, helping to establish robust procurement, cost management and commercial strategies across a portfolio of strategically important infrastructure projects. Working closely with programme leaders, engineering teams, consultants and supply chain partners, you will play a key role in developing procurement packages, managing tender processes, supporting contractor engagement and ensuring commercial best practice is embedded throughout the pre-construction phase....

Position: Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Energy Location: Home-based (with weekly travel to Marston Green + occasional site visits - Travel expenses provided) Contract: 6 months (likely extension) Day Rate: Circa* £525/day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales. This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects. You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget Leading on NEC4 contract administration (Options A, C, and E)...

Schemes Supervisor London | Freelance | Highways | HMPF & STICF Contracts Are you an experienced Highways Supervisor looking for your next freelance opportunity in London? We are currently recruiting for a Freelance Schemes Supervisor / Highways Site Supervisor to support the delivery of highway investigations, improvement and road renewal schemes across London. Working alongside the Construction Manager and Projects Delivery Manager, you will take a hands-on role in overseeing site delivery, coordinating contractors and ensuring schemes are delivered safely, on programme and in accordance with approved designs and specifications. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Highways Supervisor, Schemes Supervisor, Site Supervisor or Highways Site Manager with strong London highways experience looking for a freelance contract. The Opportunity You will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day delivery of multiple highways schemes across the London HMPF and...

Our client, an established leader in the highways sector, is currently seeking a Highway Quantity Surveyor (QS) on a contract basis to join their team. This office-based role requires a dedicated professional to manage the commercial aspects of highways projects from inception through to final account. Key Responsibilities: Managing project costs and budgets throughout the project lifecycle Administering and managing NEC contracts Preparing, reviewing and negotiating subcontractor packages Producing valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts Identifying, pricing, and managing compensation events and variations Monitoring project performance and reporting on commercial progress Working closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure successful project delivery Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams Job Requirements: To be considered for this Highways Quantity Surveyor position, you will have:...

THE ROLE My client seeks a Quantity Surveyor to join their London office on a CONTRACT or PERMANENT basis. This is to work on various RAIL projects. You must have experience of all quantity surveying and commercial management duties and have good Rail experience using NEC contracts. THE COMPANY My client is a long established busy firm of PQS with several offices. My client works on projects for infrastructure and also for buildings. THE CANDIDATE You will be a Quantity Surveyor / commercial manager who has good experience of working on RAIL related projects. You should have a BSc or similar in Quantity Surveying. You may be MRICS qualified although this is not essential. You will have in excess of 6 years quantity surveying experience. You must have good knowledge in the use of NEC contracts. You will have good all round Quantity Surveying experience to include dealing with project costs, budget management, forecasting, contract administration, managing risks,...

Quantity Surveyor - Decommissioning Projects Abingdon / Culham Site (Hybrid - 3 Days On Site) £55-65/hour Inside IR35 12-Month Contract We're supporting a major UK nuclear and fusion programme and are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a high-profile decommissioning portfolio delivering technically complex construction and infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's clean energy and scientific innovation sector, supporting large-scale decommissioning and construction activities within a highly regulated environment. You'll play a key role in commercial delivery, cost control, procurement strategy, NEC4 contract administration, and risk management across projects valued in excess of £20m. What You'll Be Doing: * Leading QS activities across complex construction and decommissioning projects * Preparing cost estimates, benchmarking exercises, and feasibility studies * Supporting procurement strategy, tender...

Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Rochester  Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Start Date: ASAP About the Role We're looking for a Quantity Surveyor or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing commercial team delivering utility infrastructure projects across the water sector. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established specialist contractor where you'll be given the autonomy to manage your own workload while working on long-term framework projects. Whether you're an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step or an experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking a new challenge, we'd like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities Preparing and submitting monthly applications for payment Drafting and issuing Early Warning Notices Pricing, submitting and negotiating Compensation Events Assisting with tender submissions, including take-offs, pricing, risk registers and clarifications Valuing subcontractor accounts General...

Assistant Pre-Construction Manager Location: London (Hybrid - 3 days office/site, 2 days flexible) Rate: Up to £300 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 12 Months (Strong potential for extension or permanent opportunity) Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity Our client is a leading international design and build specialist, delivering high-quality workplace, retail and commercial fit-out projects for some of the world's best-known brands. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Pre-Construction Manager to join their expanding Pre-Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in pre-construction, estimating or quantity surveying who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced design and build environment. Working closely with the Head of Commercial, Business Development, Design and Project Delivery teams, you will take ownership of projects through the pre-construction phase, supporting tenders from initial...

Position: Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure / Energy Location: Home-based (with weekly travel to Marston Green + occasional site visits - Travel expenses provided) Contract: 6 months (likely extension) Day Rate: Circa* £525/day (via Umbrella) The Opportunity: We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme at the heart of the energy transition, delivering large-scale electricity transmission upgrades across England and Wales. This is a key Quantity Surveyor position within a strategic infrastructure team, where you will take ownership of significant work packages across complex, high-value construction projects. You will act as the commercial lead for your package, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, compliantly, and within budget. Key responsibilities include: Owning the commercial and contractual management of major construction packages Managing costs, forecasts, and spend against budget Leading on NEC4 contract administration (Options A, C, and E)...

Project Quantity Surveyor – General Main Contractor (Mainly Residential and Education) – Syon Lane Salary/Package: £60,000 – £75,000 + Package or £275 – £325 per day (Outside IR35) but flexible for the right person O'Neill & Brennan are currently working with a well-established, privately owned main contractor who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Syon Lane. The business delivers a varied portfolio of education and residential refurbishment, extension and new build projects, typically ranging up to £5m in value, across West London and the surrounding areas. With multiple live projects running concurrently, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing several schemes at once and taking full ownership of the commercial process from procurement through to final account. You'll be joining a close-knit and supportive team where you'll have genuine autonomy,...

Job title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Redcar, Leeds or Newcastle upon Tyne (Please note that you can be based at any of the above offices, however travel to the main Redcar site will be as and when required) Contract length: Running until 31/12/2026 (potential to extend) Shift Pattern: Monday - Friday 3 days onsite - 2 days remote Balfour Beatty, an International Infrastructure group is currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the team, ideally to start immediately. These roles can be based out of Newcastle upon Tyne, Leeds or the main site in Redcar. However, travel to Redcar will be as and when required. 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. Do you want to be at the forefront of one of the world's most ambitious sustainability initiatives? Balfour Beatty have created iconic buildings and infrastructure all over the world over the past 115 years redefining excellence and setting the industry benchmark with every project. As a result, alongside...

Your new company A growing organisation within the infrastructure and utilities sector, delivering essential projects across key regional frameworks. The business has a strong pipeline of work and offers a collaborative environment alongside the opportunity to take ownership of your projects. Your new role You will join on an initial 6-month contract as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, supporting the commercial delivery of ongoing projects. This role is primarily site-based in the Sandwell region, with some flexibility around hybrid working where required. You will be responsible for managing project accounts, including cost control, valuations, and variations. The role will require a high level of independence, as you'll be trusted to manage your own workload, with occasional support from junior team members where available. What you'll need to succeed Experience working as a QS or SQS within construction, civil engineering, or utilities NEC Experience...

Freelance Commercial Manager (Gas) Colchester, Essex (Hybrid) £400 - £600 per day This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join a growing utilities contractor in a pivotal leadership role, taking ownership of the commercial function and helping shape the ambitious business's future growth. Are you an experienced Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in Gas Utilities, MRP or infrastructure? Do you have strong NEC contract knowledge and enjoy leading commercial performance while mentoring and developing others? This specialist utilities contractor delivers gas infrastructure and maintenance works across the UK, earning an excellent reputation for safety, quality and client delivery. Following continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to lead the day-to-day commercial function, working closely with the Operations Director and Group Commercial Director to maximise commercial performance across multiple...

Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience working on civils packages on major infrastructure?   Do you have experience working on NEC option B contracts?   This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a major contractor delivering critical works on HS2. We're looking for a proven SQS who can hit the ground running, taking responsibility for key assets from day one on a long-term project.   Joining an established commercial team, you'll become one of two Senior Quantity Surveyors, supporting two Quantity Surveyors while taking ownership of a diverse portfolio of civils works.   Location: Chipping Warden - up to 2x days remote Duration: 6 month rolling contract - up to 2.5 years of work   Requirements:   ·Previous experience working as a Senior QS on major projects ·Previous experience working to NEC contracts, ideally option B ·Experience working for a tier 1 contractor ·Experience using CEMAR or Causeway - preferred ·Previous HS2...

Your new company A leading infrastructure contractor delivering major utility and energy projects across the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join an established commercial team. Working on long-term framework agreements and complex engineering projects, you'll play a key role in supporting the successful commercial delivery of nationally significant infrastructure works. Your new role As Quantity Surveyor, you'll support the commercial management of projects from inception through to final account. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation of valuations, applications, variations, claims and final accounts Management of subcontractor procurement, payments and account settlements Supporting the administration of NEC contracts, including compensation events Monitoring project risks and maintaining commercial risk registers Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and project profitability reviews Identifying and managing commercial opportunities and risks throughout...

Duties include - Deliver accurate commercial reporting and forecasting in line with agreed timescales and profitability targets. Ensure contract cost, quality, time, and value objectives are achieved. Manage subcontractor accounts end‑to‑end, including procurement, valuations, variations, payments, and final accounts. Ensure subcontractor payments and commercial matters are managed fairly and in accordance with contract terms. Identify, measure and price change. Maintain accurate commercial data within project management systems and reporting tools. Ensure full compliance with contractual requirements, business processes, and governance standards. Build effective working relationships with Delivery, Operations and Supply Chain teams to support customer and operational objectives. Provide timely commercial insight, cost control and performance data to stakeholders and management. Support supply chain negotiations, forecasting, accruals and change management....

My client is seeking an experienced, autonomous No. 1 Site Manager to lead and deliver a high-specification £1.5m commercial fit-out across two floors in Central London. As the No. 1 on-site, you will take full operational responsibility from site setup through to handover. You will lead sub-contractors, manage daily site logistics in a busy city-centre environment, enforce strict health and safety standards, and ensure the project is delivered on schedule, within budget, and to an exceptional standard. Key Responsibilities * Day-to-Day Operations: Serve as the primary lead on-site, managing all daily activities, trades, and sub-contractors. * Programme & Delivery: Drive the short-term and overall project programmes (2 to 4-week look-aheads) to ensure milestones are met. * Logistics & City Centre Access: Oversee site setup, deliveries, waste management, and building control access within a live Central London commercial building. *...

Location: Plymouth (Lodge Allowence provided) Project Overview: KierBAM are a Joint Venture (JV) partnership between Kier and Bam Nuttall. We are currently delivering the redevelopment project at a Royal Navy site located in Plymouth Eligibility criteria: Many positions within the project are subject to national security clearance restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Key Responsibilities • Provide commercial input including financial and contractual performance forecasts to the management team. Help ensure that business targets and KPI’s are met / exceeded. • Ensure cash flow is maximised including ensuring payments are made and received on time. • Preparation and review of monthly cost reports for area, together with review of results and consideration of trends with other contract team members • Forecasting and monitoring spend...