The Company

Based in Rugby our client are a family-run business with more than 100 years worth of experience working across the heart of the UK. Typically working on UK government schemes our client typically works withing the Education and Hospital sectors. However they have also recently started working on residential projects as well.

Their high quality of work has earned them a great reputation with their clients which has lead to high levels of repeat business, currently representing 75% of our turnover.

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and driven Managing Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of the commercial performance across multiple projects (or one large project).

This is a leadership role that requires not only project-level expertise but also the ability to mentor and manage other surveyors, contributing to the ongoing development of the commercial team.

You will play a key role in driving project success through effective cost management, procurement strategies, and proactive client and subcontractor engagement.

Reporting to our Commercial Manager:

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership
   • Oversee the commercial performance of assigned projects to develop, control, and

• improve financial outcomes.
• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors, providing mentorship, performance reviews, and recruitment support.
• Act as a key point of contact for project-level commercial decisions and collaborate closely with Contracts Managers and Project Managers.

2. Procurement and Commercial Management

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for subcontractors, ensuring risk and value are optimised.
• Negotiate subcontractor orders and manage payment authorisations in compliance with contract terms and legal requirements.
• Ensure that procurement schedules and trackers are accurate, up to date, and aligned with project requirements.

3. Financial Oversight

• Take ownership of Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports, ensuring accurate monthly movements and forecasts.
• Collaborate with project teams to monitor and grow project margins.
• Prepare and maintain project Risk and Opportunity Registers to enhance financial outcomes.

4. Project Involvement

• Attend project launches to ensure that procurement schedules and commercial positions are optimally set from the outset.
• Work with design and project teams to identify and implement value engineering opportunities and optimise buildability.
• Ensure that alternative procurement solutions are considered to avoid singular routes and mitigate risks.

5. Client and Subcontractor Relations

• Develop strong relationships with clients and consultants, providing early commercial advice where required.
• Manage client and subcontractor commercial issues proactively, resolving disputes effectively without escalation to senior leadership.

6. Work Winning and Tenders

• Review contract terms and conditions, providing insights to ensure favourable commercial outcomes while managing long-term risks.
• Collaborate with Bid Managers and Estimators to ensure subcontractor engagement aligns with bid strategy and value engineering opportunities.

7. People Management

• Mentor, support, and develop Quantity Surveyors, ensuring they work to their full potential.
• Conduct appraisals, provide regular feedback, and support team development through structured training and guidance.
• Recruit and nurture junior staff and trainees, helping them achieve their potential.

Benefits

• Salary – £80,000 – £95,000
• Car Allowance
• Pension – 7% Company Contribution
• 25 days annual leave
• Healthcare