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Managing Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure Scheme | Leicester
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a complex, high profile infrastructure project local to Leicester. This appointment offers authority, visibility, and influence within a high-performing business unit driving critical transport improvements across the West Midlands.
Role Overview
The Managing Quantity Surveyor will hold full commercial responsibility across a 40m infrastructure programme under an NEC Option C contract. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, the position requires strategic oversight of cost management, subcontract procurement, risk control, and client interface while leading a team of Quantity Surveyors to achieve robust commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the project's commercial strategy and execution
- Provide accurate forecasting, cost reporting, and margin analysis
- Manage contract administration and change control under NEC Option C
- Drive effective procurement and subcontract management
- Ensure compliance with governance, risk, and financial procedures
- Develop and mentor commercial staff to support succession and capability growth
- Maintain productive relationships with operations, clients, and supply chain partners
Essential Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor within major civil engineering or highways projects
- Strong command of NEC contracts (Option C essential)
- Track record of commercial leadership and team management
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent
- High level of commercial acumen, negotiation ability, and stakeholder engagement
Desirable
- Chartered status (RICS or equivalent)
- Experience managing multidisciplinary packages across complex infrastructure programmes
Benefits and Career Development
- Competitive starting salary of 65,000 to 75,000
- 5,000 travel allowance
- 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Private pension contributions
- Private healthcare
- Strong emphasis on professional development, chartership support, and leadership progression
If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a step up or a Managing Quantity Surveyor keen to take the lead role on an exciting, major project, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
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