Managing Quantity Surveyor - West Region
Cardiff, GB, CF3 2PU
Managing Quantity Surveyor - West Region
Salary: £65,000 to £72,000
Location: Cardiff or Bristol
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
We’re looking for a commercially driven and strategically minded Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the financial and contractual delivery of our construction projects. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.
You’ll provide expert commercial support across all phases of project delivery, manage complex contracts, and oversee financial reporting and risk management. Your leadership will be key in resolving disputes, driving continuous improvement, and mentoring junior team members to ensure high performance and professional growth.
What you’ll be doing
• Leading commercial delivery across a portfolio of construction projects.
• Managing contract administration and resolving contractual issues.
• Overseeing financial reporting, payment validation, and budget control.
• Supporting tender evaluation and negotiating to achieve best-value outcomes.
• Providing strategic input into risk management and maintaining project risk registers.
• Resolving complex disputes and ensuring satisfactory outcomes.
• Driving continuous improvement in quantity surveying practices.
• Mentoring and supporting junior quantity surveyors, fostering team development.
About you
You’ll be a confident and collaborative professional who brings a strategic mindset and a passion for delivering high-quality outcomes. You’ll lead with empathy and clarity, empowering others and fostering a culture of growth and development—especially within remote teams.
You’ll thrive in complex environments, building strong relationships and navigating challenges with resilience and professionalism. Your proactive approach to dispute resolution and ability to manage multiple priorities will be key to your success. You’ll communicate effectively with stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement across the team.
Key requirements & experience:
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in a Managing Quantity Surveyor (MQS) role
• NEC two-stage contract experience
• CICES or RICS chartered member
• Experience with NEC3 and NEC4 contracts, particularly options A, C & E
• Proven experience in the utilities industry, with a deep understanding of its unique challenges and opportunities
• Strong background in portfolio commercial management, demonstrating the ability to manage complex contracts and relationships effectively
• Dispute management experience
Desirable:
• APM project management qualification (PMQ)
• APM project management professional (PPQ)
• Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS)
• NCMA Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
• Full UK car driving licence
What we can offer you
- Annual bonus of up to 15% based on personal and company performance
- Company car if mileage requirements are met (10,000 Miles)
- 28 days’ holiday plus statutory holidays - option available to buy extra holiday days
- Generous double-match pension scheme - for every £1 you put in, we'll add £2 (max company contribution 12%)
- An optional flexible benefit scheme, including private healthcare, dental insurance, technology plans, travel insurance
- Death in service 10x your basic salary
- Financial protection if you're unable to work due to long term illness or injury
- Excellent family friendly provisions - maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental leave
- Professional development and career progression
- Employee assistance programme offering free confidential professional counselling 24 hours per day
- Financial support to help you cover the cost of professional membership subscriptions, relevant to your role
Inclusive Recruitment
At National Gas, we are disability confident and signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need.
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