Job Description
Job Title: Managing Quantity Surveyor \n\n Location: UK (Office and Site Based) \n Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits \n\n About the Company: \n Join one of the UK's largest and most prestigious Tier 1 contractors! With an outstanding reputation for delivering landmark projects across the country, we are proud to work on high-profile developments including luxury hotels, state-of-the-art student accommodation, and major commercial schemes - with individual project values reaching up to £150 million. This is your opportunity to be part of a company that doesn't just build projects - we build careers, communities, and lasting impact.
\n\n About the Role: \n We are looking for a dynamic Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead a commercial team of up to 4 direct reports. You will take ownership of the commercial function across significant projects, ensuring delivery is both commercially successful and fully aligned with our commitment to excellence. You'll split your time between our offices and project sites, giving you the perfect blend of leadership, hands-on involvement, and strategic oversight.
\n\n Key Responsibilities: \n\nLead the commercial management of projects valued up to £150 million. \n\nManage, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors (around 4 direct reports). \n\nPrepare accurate cost reports, valuations, forecasts, and financial reviews.
\n\nNegotiate contracts, manage subcontracts, and drive strong supplier relationships. \n\nCollaborate closely with Project Directors, construction teams, and key stakeholders to ensure commercial success. \n\nMaintain full compliance with company policies, procedures, and commercial best practices.
\n\nIdentify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement across the commercial function. \n\nPlay a critical role in client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.\nRequirements:\n\nProven experience as a Senior QS or Managing QS within a Tier 1 or 2 contractor environment.\nStrong track record managing high-value projects (ideally £50m+).\nExperience leading and mentoring commercial teams.\nExcellent contractual and commercial knowledge (JCT, NEC forms of contract experience highly desirable).\nStrong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with teams, clients, and stakeholders.\nPassionate about delivering excellence and driving performance\nA proactive and positive leadership style - someone who leads by example!\nWhats in it for you:\n\nGenerous salary package and car allowance \n\nThe opportunity to work on prestigious, career-defining projects \n\nOngoing professional development and clear career progression pathways \n\nA supportive, ambitious, and values-driven team culture \n\nThe chance to work with one of the most respected contractors in the UK construction industry.\n Package on offer: \n Salary up to £75,000 + Car Allowance \n Pension \n Generous Annual Leave \n\n For a confidential discussion please contact Laura Mccormick on (url removed) or call (phone number removed) \n\nSetsquare is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.\n\nSetsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy