About the Company
McAllister Group, a Vortex Company, is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the successful delivery and financial performance of sewage, drainage and civil infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial operations from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, risks are effectively managed, and commercial controls are consistently applied across the business.
About the Rol
eWe are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to take full financial and contractual ownership of our specialised infrastructure projects from tender through to final account. This isnt just about standard civil builds; you will be managing the commercial frameworks for high-tech, fast-paced trenchless technology and design consultancy frameworks
.
You will oversee all aspects of quantity surveying, including cost planning, procurement, subcontractor management, valuations, change control, risk management, and final accounts, ensuring projects are delivered profitably and in line with contractual requirements. Working closely with operational teams, clients, and stakeholders, you will play a key role in maximising commercial performance and supporting the successful delivery of projects across the busines
s.
Key Responsibiliti
es:Financial Managem
entLeading cost control, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting across multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring strong commercial performance and profitabili
ty.Contract & Risk Managem
entManaging NEC and JCT contracts, identifying and mitigating commercial risks, and safeguarding project delivery and contractual complian
ce.Commercial Deliv
eryOverseeing valuations, variations, final accounts, subcontractor procurement, and supply chain management throughout the project lifecyc
le.Cross-Functional Leaders
hipWorking closely with operational, engineering, and bid teams during both pre-construction and delivery phases to maximise commercial outcomes and support successful project executi
on.
Qualificat
* ionsDegree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar
* areaRelevant health & safety certification (e.g., CSCS card) prefe
rred
What you
need:Industry Expertise: Proven track record as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within civil engineering, heavy infrastructure, or the utilities sector (specific exposure to wastewater, drainage, or trenchless assets is a major p
lus).Full Lifecycle Ownership: Hands-on experience steering complex projects smoothly from pre-construction and tendering right through to final acco
unts.Cost Control: Elite skill in robust cost control, precise budgeting, forecasting, and transparent financial repor
ting.Leadership: A natural ability to lead, mentor, and elevate a growing commercial team while building strong, collaborative relationships with site operational t
eams.Agility: The organisational sharpness to manage multiple fast-moving projects simultaneously without losing sight of margin protection or the critical
path.