Managing Quantity Surveyor
Location:
Walthamstow or Hampton (Hybrid working available)
Sector:
Water / Utilities / Civil Engineering / MEICA
Salary:
Competitive + Benefits
Finlay Jude Associates are recruiting for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our Client's
Commercial Team
with an experienced
Managing Quantity Surveyor
to support delivery across major water infrastructure projects.
This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working and the chance to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects, reporting directly to the
Senior Commercial Manager
.
You'll lead the full commercial lifecycle
from pre-construction through to final accounting
while managing and developing a talented commercial team.
Company Benefits:
Hybrid Working
Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent)
25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
Contribution Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Health Insurance
Private Medical Insurance
And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc
Key Responsibilities
Provide commercial leadership across a portfolio of projects valued between £5m and £20m.
Take full responsibility for end-to-end commercial management, from pre-construction to final account.
Lead and develop a team of 3-5 Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors.
Manage contract administration under the IChemE contract, including variations, applications for payment, and early warning notices via CEMAR.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
Drive margin improvement plans and ensure cash exposure is minimised at all times.
Take ownership of monthly reporting, including CVRs, client forecasting, cashflow, and WIP reporting.
Oversee the procurement process and ensure accurate forecast reporting with clear variance narratives.
Conduct site visits and complete Senior Manager Tours.
Lead negotiations of Works Order Contracts in line with company policy.
Support additional duties associated with commercial management of your project portfolio.
About You
Essential:
Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Proven experience managing and developing individuals or small teams.
Strong background in utilities, civil engineering, or MEICA sectors.
Demonstrable IChemE contract experience .
Desirable:
Chartered member of RICS or CICES (or working towards).
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a major contractor delivering essential infrastructure, offering long-term career prospects and professional growth within the water sector.
If you're hands-on, dependable, and ready to start a new career, we'd love to hear from you.
If you are interested in applying for this position, then click the 'apply now' button.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are not always able to reply to all applications. If you haven't heard back from us within 2 weeks, then please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role we currently have advertised.
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and abilities to perform the duties of the job.
Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers
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