Managing Quantity Surveyor
12 hours ago
Leicester
About Holcim You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below. We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, weve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference. Holcim UK Company Benefits * Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring * Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety * We care about you and your family. Thats why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so were committed to supporting you every step of the way. * Be part of something bigger with our Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program, designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business. * Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments. * Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad * Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace * Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products The Opportunity As Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will lead and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors while ensuring consistent and accurate commercial reporting across multiple business areas. This role will see you working closely with operational leaders, estimators and delivery teams to maximise project performance and drive continuous improvement across the commercial function. Youll also play an important role in strengthening commercial systems, improving reporting visibility and ensuring contracts are managed effectively to protect Holcims commercial interests. xrnqpay What Youll Be Doing * Leading, mentoring and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors across multiple business units * Standardising commercial reporting to ensure accurate, consistent financial data for senior leadership * Acting as the final internal escalation point for complex commercial disputes, subcontractor negotiations and final accounts * Reviewing and improving commercial systems from project handover through to final account settlement * Driving the adoption of digital commercial tools and reporting systems to improve efficiency and visibility * Managing contract review processes in line with the Holcim commercial framework * Implementing strong subcontractor management and procurement protocols * Identifying underperforming projects and conducting detailed commercial reviews to develop recovery plans * Leading the commercial management of NEC and JCT contracts, including variations, compensation events and early warnings * Working closely with estimating teams to ensure lessons learned from project delivery feed into future bids * Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and key clients to support successful project delivery What Youll Bring * Significant experience in Quantity Surveying within civil engineering, infrastructure or construction environments * Proven leadership experience in a Managing or Senior Quantity Surveyor capacity, overseeing multiple projects or teams * Strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 and JCT contract forms * Demonstrable experience managing commercial risk, claims and dispute resolution * A strategic mindset with the ability to improve systems, processes and reporting frameworks * Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills * Strong commercial awareness with a focus on driving margin and EBIT performance We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.