Elevation Recruitment Group
Managing Quantity Surveyor
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Managing Quantity Surveyor
East Yorkshire
A well-established specialist construction business is seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead and develop its commercial team within a growing project environment.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving commercial performance, ensuring contractual compliance, managing risk, and supporting the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of construction projects. You will provide guidance and challenge to commercial professionals, promote best practice, and help shape the ongoing development of commercial processes across the business.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial professionals.
- Oversee commercial governance, reporting, and contractual compliance.
- Manage commercial risk, variations, extensions of time, and compensation events.
- Drive margin improvement, cash flow performance, and debt management.
- Support business growth through effective commercial leadership and continuous improvement initiatives.
Requirements:
- Proven experience in a Senior or Managing Quantity Surveyor position.
- Strong knowledge of NEC, JCT, and other construction contracts.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Background within construction, infrastructure, engineering, or related sectors.
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar discipline preferred.
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