Managing Quantity Surveyor

National Grid plc; Warwick; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy provider in the UK is seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to oversee a portfolio within the utilities sector. This role involves providing commercial support, managing contracts, and leading project teams to ensure successful delivery. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in utilities or construction, strong leadership skills, and relevant qualifications such as MRICS. The position offers a hybrid work model and a comprehensive benefits package including annual bonuses and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Annual bonus of 15%

Company car

28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays

Double-match pension scheme

Flexible benefit scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free gym and exercise classes

Qualifications

• Proven experience in utilities, construction, or infrastructure.
• Strong background in commercial management.
• Expertise in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced commercial guidance to project managers.
• Manage contract administration and correspondence.
• Lead project risk management processes.

Skills

Commercial management expertise

Contract management

Leadership

Risk management

Dispute resolution

Education

RICS Chartered Member (MRICS)

APM Project Management Qualification

Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)

NCMA Certified Professional Contracts Manager

Job description

Company: National Gas

Requisition ID: 2186

Managing Quantity Surveyor x2

Nottingham / Warwick (Hybrid) - UK wide portfolio

About us

National Gas is securing Britain’s energy. We transport gas throughout Great Britain, repair and maintain gas pipelines, and manage the meters that allow millions of homes and businesses to access the energy they need. We are the national gas network, providing secure energy to power Britain, achieve net zero, and maintain our industrial competitiveness.

About the role

Join us as a Managing Quantity Surveyor in our pipeline or compressors category and play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact programmes that drive progress, innovation, and excellence across the utilities sector.

As a Managing Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be at the heart of our major programmes, ensuring every project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your expertise will guide financial and contractual decisions, helping us achieve outstanding results and set new benchmarks for success.

What you'll be doing

• Commercial Support: Act as a technical expert, providing advanced commercial guidance to Project Managers and the quantity surveying team.
• Contract Management: Oversee the contract portfolio, manage correspondence, and ensure all contractual administration aligns with project requirements.
• Financial Management: Validate payment applications, certify payments, and ensure all financial data is accurate and compliant.
• Risk Management: Lead the project risk management process, maintaining and developing the Risk Register with Project Managers.
• Tender Evaluation & Negotiation: Support tender evaluation and negotiations to secure the best commercial outcomes.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive innovation and efficiencies in quantity surveying practices, aligning with organisational goals.
• Dispute Resolution: Resolve complex disputes, providing expert guidance to ensure satisfactory outcomes.
• Leadership: Mentor and support c30 Quantity Surveyors, fostering professional growth and effective team performance.

About you

You’re a confident communicator and a natural collaborator, able to inspire trust and openness across teams and stakeholders. Your proactive approach and commitment to continuous improvement set you apart as a leader who thrives in dynamic environments.

Key requirement & experience

• Proven experience in the utilities, construction, infrastructure (or similar) industry, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges.
• Strong background in portfolio commercial management and complex contract management.
• Expertise in NEC3 and NEC4 contracts (especially options A, C & E), including NEC Two Stage Contract experience.
• Exceptional leadership skills, with experience managing and developing remote teams.
• Ability to foster a culture of openness, trust, and collaboration.
• Commitment to driving innovation and efficiencies.
• Category experience (pipeline (civils background) / Compressors (mechanical engineering background))
• Tier 1 contractor experience as a Main Works Contractor
• Dispute resolution experience.
• RICS Chartered Member (MRICS)
• APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
• APM Project Management Professional (PPQ)
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
• NCMA Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)

What we offer

• Annual bonus of 15% based on personal and company performance
• Company car
• 28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra or sell days
• Double‑match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we’ll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
• Opt‑In flexible benefit scheme, including salary sacrifice private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans and more
• Financial protection with 10x salary death in service and financial support if you’re unable to work due to long term illness or injury
• Excellent family friendly provisions – maternity/paternity/adoption/surrogacy/shared parental leave
• Career progression, professional training and development – including access to LinkedIn Learning
• Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24/7
• Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions
• Free gym and exercise classes, subsidised canteen and coffee shop onsite at our Warwick office

Inclusive recruitment

At National Gas, we are disability confident and we are signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant, committed to building a workforce that represents the communities we serve. We celebrate the different experiences our colleagues bring to our organisation, and strongly encourage applicants of all backgrounds to apply. Please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you need to perform your best.

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