Managing Quantity Surveyor in Reading

Job description

Managing Quantity Surveyor

We have an excellent opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join a renowned main contractor in Reading. The business has a reputation for delivering landmark schemes across the UK with projects across the commercial, student accommodation, defence and education sectors valuing anywhere from £50mil - £500mil+. They are currently undertaking a huge defence scheme and are now looking to expand the commercial team.

About the role of Managing Quantity Surveyor:

As Managing Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for managing a section of works valuing circa £200mil. You will be reporting into a Commercial Manager and will be responsible for a team of surveyors.

Key Responsibilities as Managing Quantity Surveyor:

• Oversee the teams procurement / management of sub-contractor packages
• Deal with final accounts / any dispute resolution that may arise
• Liaise with the clients teams
• Mentor junior members of the Surveying team and be involved in their professional development

Key Requirements for this Managing Quantity Surveyor role:

• Hold a BSc Quantity Surveying or HNC
• Have experience managing projects of sizeable value from pre-construction through to final account
• Be proficient in administering various forms of contract including JCT and NEC
• Experience working on MOD projects is beneficial but not essential
• Have the full right to work in the UK and be happy to commute to Reading

In return you'll receive:

• Salary: Up to £90k + Package
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Secure pipeline of work (10+ years)
• Exciting career progression opportunities into senior management team

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to join an established main contractor with a pipeline of work which will keep you local to Reading for the next 10 years. If you think you'd be a suitable applicant for the role, please apply through the link below or contact Abbie in our Southampton office.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Reading

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

12-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English