Managing Quantity Surveyor - Major Energy Infrastructure Project
Heathrow, West London | 5 Days On Site
£72,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance/Company Car + Bonus & Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading UK infrastructure contractor delivering one of the most significant energy projects currently underway in London and the South East.
This is a rare opportunity to join a flagship energy scheme from day one, with genuine scope to shape the commercial strategy, build and lead a team, and leave a lasting legacy on a nationally important infrastructure project.
As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of the site based commercial leadership team, reporting directly into the Commercial Manager. Working closely with another Managing Quantity Surveyor, you'll be responsible for leading a commercial team of approximately eight staff, ranging from Senior QS to Apprentice level.
This is a fully site-based role (5 days per week) reflecting the importance of close integration with delivery, engineering and client teams.
As the Managing Quantity Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:
Full commercial leadership of a defined portfolio within the project
Day-to-day management of all commercial and contractual matters under NEC4 (Option C preferred)
Line management, mentoring and development of QSs at varying career stages
Ownership and challenge of Cost/Value Reports, forecasts and bottom-up outturn cost projections
Development and implementation of commercial strategies to protect margin and maximise value
Negotiation of subcontract and supplier terms, ensuring risk is allocated appropriately
Cashflow management, WIP control and cash improvement initiatives
Identification and management of commercial, contractual and insurance-related risk
Supporting work-winning and tender activities where required
Ensuring commercial best practice, governance and reporting standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle
Managing Quantity Surveyors considering this opportunity will need to be able to demonstrate experience in the following areas:
Proven Managing Quantity Surveyor experience with a main contractor
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC4 Option C highly desirable)
Experience leading and developing commercial teams on major infrastructure projects
Excellent commercial acumen with the ability to operate at both project and leadership level
Strong communication skills with confidence engaging senior internal and client stakeholders
Solid understanding of project controls, programming and cost forecasting
Package & Benefits
£72,000 - £85,000 starting salary (depending on experience)
£8,000 car allowance or company car
Discretionary bonus
Employer pension contribution
Private medical insurance
27 days annual leave + bank holidays
Strong career progression on a long-term energy framework
Comprehensive benefits including life assurance, enhanced family leave, retail discounts and subsidised facilities
If you're a Managing Quantity Surveyor with strong NEC experience and a background delivering complex infrastructure projects for a main contractor, this is an opportunity that offers exposure to an exciting, complex project, excellent career prospects and the support of a driven and experienced team.
Get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group to find out more.
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