Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cumbria.
Salary: £80,000 - £93,000 + Excellent Benefits Package.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 main contractor on one of the UK's largest and most prestigious infrastructure projects based at Sellafield.

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function on a major programme of works, leading commercial teams, managing high-value packages and playing a key role in the successful delivery of a long-term project.

As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial management of a major project or portfolio of work, providing strategic commercial direction while supporting and mentoring a team of Quantity Surveyors.

Working closely with senior operational and commercial leaders, you will ensure robust commercial governance, maximise project performance and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships.

• Lead the commercial delivery of major nuclear construction projects from procurement through to final account.
• Manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors, supporting their development and performance.
• Oversee NEC3 and NEC4 contract administration, including compensation events, early warnings and change management.
• Develop commercial strategies to maximise profitability and minimise project risk.
• Prepare and review CVRs, forecasts, budgets and commercial reports.
• Lead subcontract procurement, negotiations and commercial management.
• Review and approve subcontractor valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities while implementing effective mitigation strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company commercial procedures, governance and contractual obligations.

We're looking for someone with:

• Proven experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a leadership role.
• Previous experience working for a Tier 1 main contractor on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.
• Experience leading commercial teams and managing multiple high-value work packages.
• Excellent commercial awareness, leadership and negotiation skills.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• MRICS or progression towards chartership is advantageous.
• Previous nuclear experience is desirable; however, candidates from other highly regulated sectors such as defence, energy, water, utilities or major infrastructure are also encouraged to apply.

• £80,000 - £93,000 basic salary
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual bonus
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• The opportunity to lead commercial delivery on one of the UK's most significant nuclear infrastructure programmes

If you're an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor looking to take the lead on a major infrastructure project with a Tier 1 contractor please apply here!