Managing Quantity Surveyor

Company: Key Talent Solutions
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Location: Bowburn
Job Description:

Managing Quantity Surveyor – Water / Civil Engineering

Bowburn, Durham

We are looking for an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial delivery across water industry contracts and civil engineering projects within a drainage and wastewater network environment.

This is a senior commercial role suited to someone who can protect margin, cash flow and contractual compliance, while developing a QS team and building strong relationships with delivery teams, clients and supply chain partners.

What you will be doing:

• Leading commercial management across water and civil engineering projects

• Owning cost control, valuations, CVRs, forecasts, commercial reporting and final accounts

• Managing NEC contract administration, risk, change, variations and delays

• Leading subcontract procurement, payment, performance and account close-out

• Managing, mentoring and developing QS/SQS team members

What we are looking for:

• 10+ years’ experience in a commercial construction environment

• Strong background in civil engineering, water/wastewater, utilities, drainage, highways or infrastructure

• NEC target cost contract experience

• D&C/framework experience highly desirable

• Degree qualified or equivalent, with strong commercial judgement and stakeholder management skills

• Valid UK driving licence and realistic access to Bowburn and regional sites

Why it is worth a conversation:

• Senior commercial ownership in a growing water/infrastructure environment

• Opportunity to lead and develop a commercial team

• Regional contractor feel with long-term framework stability and career progression

For a confidential conversation, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.

Posted: July 1st, 2026