Project Surveyor

Wates Smartspace; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction West in Birmingham is seeking a Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial activity in bids and during delivery, based at Interchange Place, Birmingham. You will support pre-construction and bid teams, then transition to a commercial lead on delivery and manage risk and profitability.

Collaborating with operations, pre-construction and business development teams, you’ll shape winning commercial strategies, cost plans and subcontract management to secure future projects

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Experience with tenders, bids and pre-construction activities.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the commercial aspects of bids, tenders and pre-construction activities.
• Developing cost plans, risk assessments and commercial strategies.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial viability.
• Contributing to successful conversion of opportunities into secured work.
• Managing project costs, forecasting and reporting during delivery phases.
• Procuring and managing subcontract accounts.
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks and opportunities.
• Building strong relationships with customers, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Supporting achievement of business performance and profitability targets.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Tendering & Bids

Pre-construction

Contract knowledge

Negotiation & Stakeholder management

Cost control & Forecasting

Subcontract management

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Member of RICS/CIOB (advantageous)

Job description

Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Construction West Location: Interchange Place, Birmingham Full Time | Permanent

Shape the projects we'll deliver tomorrow.

We're looking for a commercially astute Project / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Construction West team based at Interchange Place, Birmingham.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced surveyor who enjoys the challenge of both work-winning and project delivery. Initially supporting our pre-construction and bid teams, you'll play a key role in helping secure future projects before transitioning into a commercial lead position during delivery.

Working alongside operational, pre-construction and business development teams, you'll help develop winning commercial strategies, manage risk, and contribute to successful tender submissions across a diverse portfolio of projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the commercial aspects of bids, tenders and pre-construction activities.
• Developing cost plans, risk assessments and commercial strategies.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial viability throughout the bid process.
• Contributing to the successful conversion of opportunities into secured work.
• Managing project costs, forecasting and reporting during delivery phases.
• Procuring and managing subcontract accounts.
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks and opportunities.
• Building strong relationships with customers, consultants and supply chain partners.
• Supporting the achievement of business performance and profitability targets.

What We're Looking For

• Quantity Surveying experience within the construction industry.
• Experience supporting tenders, bids or pre-construction activities.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract knowledge.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across pre-construction and operational teams.
• Experience managing project finances and subcontractor accounts.
• Degree qualified or equivalent within Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Working towards or holding professional membership (RICS/CIOB) would be advantageous.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the unique opportunity to influence projects from the earliest stages through to successful completion, helping shape Construction West's future pipeline while delivering excellent commercial outcomes for our customers.

You'll be joining a collaborative, high-performing team with a strong pipeline of exciting projects, opportunities for career development and the chance to make a real impact across the region.