Vacancy Summary
Job Title:
Managing Quantity Surveyor (PCSA)
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Ref:
#1088
Location:
Essex
Start Date:
ASAP
Salary:
c£85k-£95k basic plus competitive package including car or allowance, healthcare, pension, etc.
Company & Project:
A successful Tier 1 Main Contractor operating across Essex is currently looking for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their business to lead 2nd Stage procurement across multiple projects. The position is a newly created specialism within the business with the majority of the 2025/26 pipeline consisting of two-stage projects.
Our client has a busy order book, especially in the local market across multiple sectors including Education, Healthcare, Commercial, Mixed-Use, MOD, and Residential valued at c£100m.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will take responsibility for cost estimation and budgeting, liaising with internal departments (e.g., design, estimating, planning, and bid management). Responsibilities include:
1. Preparing procurement strategy for packages from order to start on site.
2. Liaising with sub-contractors and supply chain to ensure prompt return of quotes/pricing.
3. Assessing and reviewing subcontractor responses in line with project design.
4. Encouraging and promoting cooperative working and long-term relationships with the business's supply chain.
Experience working on 2-stage projects is essential for this position.
Desirable Experience:
* Minimum 10 years+ experience as a Quantity Surveyor working for a Main Contractor.
* Stable career history with experience working on New Build projects in excess of £20m.
* Excellent negotiation skills and previous experience procuring subcontractors.
* Previous Roles: Managing QS, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project QS, Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager, Senior Cost Manager, or Pre-Contract Surveyor.
Qualifications & Skills:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management or comparable qualification including HNC, BTEC, NVQ, or MSc.
Application Process:
If you would like more information on this Managing Quantity Surveyor position or any other vacancy, please email your current CV for review. You will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.
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