Senior Quantity Surveyor

3 days ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Fourblue Full time

Position: Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: South West

Salary: £75,000 + car/car allowance


Join a Fast-Growing Industry Leader – Make an Impact with Your Expertise


Fourblue are looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a leading contractor on one of the UK’s water framework contracts


They hold a strong track record in delivering civil & utility engineering solutions across the UK. A fast-growing, forward-thinking company, who offer excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression. If you’re a strategic thinker with a proven leadership background in quantity surveying, we want to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on diverse, large-scale projects while managing a talented team and driving the financial success of our projects from start to finish.


What You'll Be Doing:

As the Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS), you will be pivotal in overseeing the financial and contractual management of key projects. Your role will involve leading and mentoring a team of quantity surveyors, ensuring that all aspects of cost control, procurement, contract management, and risk mitigation are effectively executed. You'll be responsible for:

  • Leadership & Management: Leading a team of surveyors, setting performance standards, and developing team members
  • Cost Management: Preparing and overseeing cost plans, monitoring budgets, and providing accurate financial reports to senior management
  • Procurement & Contract Management: Managing tender processes, negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with legal and company standards
  • Risk Management: Identifying risks and developing strategies to mitigate them throughout project lifecycles
  • Stakeholder Communication: Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project success
  • Quality Assurance: Implementing cost and contract management quality procedures, ensuring all work meets the highest standards and regulatory requirements


What We're Looking For:

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field. RICS membership is highly desirable
  • Extensive experience in quantity surveying working with water or utility frameworks, including leadership responsibilities
  • Proven ability to manage large-scale projects and deliver them within budget and on schedule
  • Strong leadership and team management skills, excellent financial acumen, proficient in UK contract law, exceptional negotiation skills, and the ability to thrive under pressure
  • Familiarity with cost estimation software (e.g., MS Office, CostX, CATO)
  • Full UK driving license and willingness to travel to project sites


If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and lead exciting projects with a growing company, apply now



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