Managing Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Main Contractor (Commercial Build)
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £90-£95k + Package
I’m currently partnering with a top-10 Tier 1 main contractor, renowned for delivering complex, high-value commercial construction projects, who is now looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead one of their commercial teams.
This is a senior leadership position, responsible for the commercial performance of a portfolio of projects and the line management of a team of 5–10 Quantity Surveyors. The role suits a commercially strategic professional who enjoys leading people as much as leading projects.
The role will include:
Overall commercial responsibility for a portfolio of commercial build projects
Line management, mentoring, and development of a team of 5–10 QSs
Setting commercial strategy and ensuring robust cost control across projects
Oversight of procurement, subcontractor management, and final accounts
Supporting project teams with risk management and commercial reporting
Working closely with senior operational and commercial leadership
What my client is looking for:
Proven experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS operating at portfolio level
Demonstrable experience managing teams of similar size
Strong background with a Tier 1 or large main contractor
Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
DfE framework experience is advantageous, but not essential
What’s on offer:
Senior leadership role with a top-10 Tier 1 contractor
Responsibility, autonomy, and influence over major commercial decisions
Clear progression opportunities into Commercial Manager or Director-level roles
Long-term security through a strong and diverse project pipeline
To be considered for this position please apply with your CV, for further information please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office