The Company
A well‑established civil engineering contractor specialising in highways infrastructure works across the UK. The business delivers projects within live highway environments, focusing on safety, technical expertise, and collaborative working.
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to take full responsibility for the commercial function of the business. This role is effectively a Commercial Manager position, acting as the senior and leading figure within the commercial team.
You will be the number one commercially, overseeing commercial performance across projects and managing the commercial team. The role works closely with operational leadership and clients to ensure strong commercial control and delivery.
Experience in waterproofing, jointing, or structural highways works is preferred, however candidates with strong general highways experience will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities
Full commercial leadership across assigned highways projects
Line management, mentoring, and development of commercial team
Acting as the primary commercial interface with clients
Overall responsibility for cost control, forecasting, and reporting
Management of applications for payment, valuations, final accounts, and cash flow
Change control management including CE submissions, CEMAR, and commercial registers
Commercial input into pre‑contract and tender reviews
Feeding lessons learned from project delivery back into future pricing and bids
Producing turnover and margin forecasts alongside operational colleagues
Contract and subcontract review, risk management, and negotiation
Advising operational teams on variations, commercial risk, and scope changes
Ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, profitably, and in line with contractual requirementsAbout You
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
Extensive experience within civil engineering / highways infrastructure
Currently operating at Senior QS, Managing QS, or Commercial Manager level
Waterproofing, jointing, structures, or highways maintenance experience desirable
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts
Proven experience managing and developing commercial teams
Highly organised with strong commercial awareness
Confident communicator with the ability to manage senior stakeholders
Full UK driving licenceWhat’s on Offer
Senior, autonomous leadership role
Competitive salary and benefits package
Generous holiday allowance
Pension scheme
Private medical cover
Employee reward/benefits platform
Long‑term career progression within a stable contractor