Managing Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Main Contractor (Commercial Build)

Applying for this role is straight forward Scroll down and click on Apply to be considered for this position. Location: Cambridge Salary: £90-£95k + Package I'm currently partnering with a top-10 Tier 1 main contractor, renowned for delivering complex, high-value commercial construction projects, who is now looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead one of their commercial teams. This is a senior leadership position, responsible for the commercial performance of a portfolio of projects and the line management of a team of 5–10 Quantity Surveyors. The role suits a commercially strategic professional who enjoys leading people as much as leading projects. The role will include: Overall commercial responsibility for a portfolio of commercial build projects Line management, mentoring, and development of a team of 5–10 QSs Setting commercial strategy and ensuring robust cost control across projects Oversight of procurement, subcontractor management, and final accounts Supporting project teams with risk management and commercial reporting Working closely with senior operational and commercial leadership What my client is looking for: Proven experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS operating at portfolio level Demonstrable experience managing teams of similar size Strong background with a Tier 1 or large main contractor Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills DfE framework xehkeey experience is advantageous, but not essential What's on offer: Senior leadership role with a top-10 Tier 1 contractor Responsibility, autonomy, and influence over major commercial decisions Clear progression opportunities into Commercial Manager or Director-level roles Long-term security through a strong and diverse project pipeline To be considered for this position please apply with your CV, for further information please contact Jenny Saban in our Cambridge office