Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Oversee cost estimation, contracts and subcontractor management for civil infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• cost estimation
• procurement
• cost control
• sub‑contractor management
• contract compliance
• stakeholder coordination

Tasks

Working within a collaborative project team, you will be responsible for overseeing the full commercial lifecycle of projects, from early cost planning and procurement to final account. -Take ownership of cost estimation, budgeting, contracts, procurement, and cost control, including risk identification and mitigation. -Manage sub-contractor packages from appointment through to final account. -Comply with all company systems and procedures, including Information Management Systems. -Ensure contract compliance in line with NEC3/NEC4 or JCT frameworks. -Work closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure commercial alignment.

Requirements

• nec3/nec4
• degree/hnd
• subcontractor
• negotiation
• independent
• regulated sectors

What You Bring

You will bring proven commercial and contractual expertise, with the confidence to manage provide detailed costs submissions for civils projects, track project costs, contractual obligations and stakeholder expectations independently. -Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4. -Ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion. -Full valid driving licence. -Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate effectively. -Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain negotiations. -Experience in regulated sectors such as Rail, Highways, Energy or Utilities. -Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field.

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Benefits

MCS Group are excited to be working exclusively on a unique Quantity Surveyor opportunity with a Specialist Civils Contractor. This role offers the chance to take full control of projects, working with an enthusiastic team in a growing company across a wide range of civil projects. -Modern new Belfast city centre offices. -Hybrid working with flexible working hours. -Ongoing training and professional development.

About Mcs Group Consultancy

-Grew from a small start‑up into a global recruitment partner, expanding across the UK, Ireland, US and Europe. -Handles a diverse portfolio of projects—from sourcing top IT talent to engineering and finance specialists for multinational firms. -Focuses on technical & engineering, IT & digital, accountancy & financial services, sales & marketing, and HR & legal sectors. -Operates a boutique, founder‑led model that adapts to client needs with agility and deep industry insight. -Delivers tailored recruitment solutions for sectors like software development, engineering, finance and corporate services. -Known for a reputation built on personalized service, hands‑on leadership and a willingness to tackle tough talent challenges. -Unusual for a recruitment firm, it maintains a strong ethical stance, often directly mentoring candidates and clients alike. -Regularly pioneers new recruitment approaches, blending traditional headhunting with consultative strategy and regional expertise. -Continues to carve a niche by balancing ambitious growth with a personalised, relationship‑driven approach.

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