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Managing Quantity Surveyor

Taylor Woodrow -
Milton Keynes

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Permanent | Full-time

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Full job description

Business Unit: 5034 - Civils South

Location: Milton Keynes

Job Role

We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) to join a unique highways restructure scheme in Milton Keynes. This is a key leadership role on a high-profile project, operating under NEC Contract Option C, where strong commercial control and collaborative working are critical to success.
You will take ownership of the commercial function on the project, working closely with the client and leading a small commercial team to ensure delivery against programme, budget, and contractual requirements.

Duties

Lead all commercial activities across the project lifecycle, ensuring robust cost control and maximising value
Take full responsibility for NEC Option C contract administration, including compensation events, change control, and target cost management
Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key commercial interface
Manage, mentor and develop a small team of Quantity Surveyors
Oversee CVR reporting, forecasting and cash flow management
Drive effective risk and opportunity management
Lead subcontract procurement, management and final accounts
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including timely notices and commercial processes
Work collaboratively with delivery teams to support programme and project performance

Person Specification

Proven experience working as a Managing or Senior Quantity Surveyor on infrastructure or highways projects
Strong NEC Contract experience (Option C essential)
Demonstrated success in client-facing roles, with excellent stakeholder management skills
Experience leading and managing a small commercial team
Strong commercial acumen with a proactive approach to identifying risks and opportunities
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
Relevant degree (Quantity Surveying or similar) or equivalent experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours - Monday to Friday

Fairness Inclusion & Respect

Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) at Taylor Woodrow is about recognising and celebrating each other’s differences and what they bring to the team.

Harnessing this diversity and applying the experiences, abilities and unique qualities of individuals will enhance our business; therefore, we commit to equity of opportunity and fair treatment of all current and potential employees and encourage job applications from all.

Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made as part of the application process please contact us directly.

Taylor Woodrow recognises the importance of helping our employees balance their work and home life by offering flexible working arrangements across many of our roles which include working from home to enable employees to balance their working life with other priorities.

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