Managing Quantity Surveyor - Civil Engineering
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Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS)
Location: Kings Langley
Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Salary & Benefits: Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum
Car Options: Fully expensed company vehicle (available for personal use), or £7,500 annual car allowance (£625/month)
Pension: 5% employee contribution (minimum) and 5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice scheme
Private Healthcare: Available after 6 months (includes diagnostics, scans, dental, optical, and therapy treatments)
Bonus: Annual profit-related bonus (subject to company performance)
Life Insurance: 3x salary (after successful completion of probation period)
Gym Membership: Discounted access to gyms, pools, and spas via a fitness partner
Role Overview
The Managing Quantity Surveyor is responsible for the commercial and contractual management of customer projects, ensuring strong financial control, contract compliance, accurate forecasting, and effective risk management across UK operations.
The role works closely with Project Managers to support delivery, maximise value, manage contract changes, protect the company’s commercial position, and ensure accurate reporting. The MQS acts as a subject matter expert in JCT and NEC3/4 contracts, promoting best-practice commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle.
Reports to: Operations Manager
Direct Reports: None
Key Relationships
Project Managers
Engineers & Technical Teams
Finance Manager
Sales / Commercial Teams
Senior Leadership
Clients & Principal Contractors
Key Responsibilities
1. Contract & Commercial Management
Lead commercial administration across projects under NEC3/4, JCT, and bespoke contracts
Ensure all contractual obligations, notices, and communications are issued correctly and on time
Advise Project Managers on contractual rights, risks, programme impacts, and entitlements
Manage extensions of time, compensation events, variations, and disputes
2. Financial Management & Cost Control
Prepare and manage cost plans, CVRs, and cashflow forecasts
Review subcontractor costs, labour, plant, and resource allocation
Ensure accurate valuations and strong cash recovery
Identify commercial risks and opportunities early
3. Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the lead commercial contact for clients and contractors
Attend meetings, reviews, and negotiations
Support relationship building to improve project outcomes and minimise disputes
4. Change & Compensation Management
Implement and manage change control processes
Prepare and agree compensation events, variations, and re-measures
Maintain detailed records to support claims and entitlement
5. Reporting & Forecasting
Produce monthly commercial reports
Present CVRs and explain financial performance and variances
Ensure data accuracy and audit compliance
6. Project & Operational Support
Collaborate with Project Managers to align commercial and operational decisions
Provide commercial guidance and mentoring (non-line management)
Support procurement decisions to ensure commercial viability
7. Risk, Compliance & Documentation
Maintain comprehensive commercial records and documentation
Support dispute resolution processes if required
Ensure compliance with internal management systems and governance standards
Experience & Qualifications
Essential
Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar
7–10 years’ experience in construction, civil engineering, or subcontracting
Strong knowledge of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts (including Options A/C/E)
Proven experience managing multiple projects
Strong commercial and financial acumen
Experience with valuations, CVRs, forecasts, and final accounts
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
High attention to detail and organisation
Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
Professional membership (e.g. RICS)
Experience in geotechnical, environmental, or civil engineering subcontracting
Working Conditions
Based at head office with occasional travel to project sites across the UK (typically a few times per month)
Hybrid working available (1–2 days from home depending on candidate)
Projects typically range from £250k to £6m (average ~£1m)
Additional Information
Predominantly office-based with regular computer use
Occasional visits to operational facilities may be required
General Expectations
Promote high standards of safety, quality, and environmental performance
Support continuous improvement across commercial practices
Undertake additional responsibilities appropriate to the seniority of the role
- Location:
- WD4, Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
- Salary:
- £70,000 - £80,000 /annum
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Construction
