Project Surveyor

Randstad Construction and Property; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

8% matched pension

Private healthcare

26 days leave + holidays

Wellbeing days

Volunteering day

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a proactive Project Surveyor in Coventry to lead commercial management for key construction schemes. You will oversee subcontract procurement, client valuations, variations, and final accounts to maximise profitability.

You will work with a main contractor known for sustainability and inclusive practices, offering long-term career progression, a competitive base salary, an 8% matched pension scheme, private healthcare, and generous leave entitlements.

Qualifications

• Hold a Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) and be working toward or possess MRICS or MCIOB professional status.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in main contractor commercial management, including valuations, variations, and CVRs.
• Show strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, BIM tools, and computer-aided measurement software.
• Possess expert negotiation skills and a working knowledge of construction health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial management across subcontract packages, from enquiry analysis and order preparation to monthly payments.
• Produce accurate monthly and quarterly cost reports, cash flow projections, and margin forecasts alongside project leaders.
• Manage client valuations, negotiate contract variations, and finalise main contract and subcontract final accounts.
• Participate in risk and opportunity planning, design strategy development, and compliance with business best practices.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS or MCIOB status

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

BIM tools

Computer-aided measurement software

Job description

About this Role

This Project Surveyor position offers an outstanding opportunity to join a major Tier 1 main contractor delivering key construction schemes in the Coventry area. Working as a key commercial lead, you will manage subcontract procurement, client valuations, variations, and final accounts to ensure optimal project profitability.

• Drive commercial management across subcontract packages, from enquiry analysis and order preparation to monthly payments.
• Produce accurate monthly and quarterly cost reports, cash flow projections, and margin forecasts alongside project leaders.
• Manage client valuations, negotiate contract variations, and finalise main contract and subcontract final accounts.
• Participate in risk and opportunity planning, design strategy development, and compliance with business best practices.

About You

You are a proactive, detail-oriented commercial professional with a strong track record working for a main contractor in the construction sector. You possess strong negotiation skills, digital procurement capability, and a collaborative approach to managing client and supply chain relationships.

• Hold a Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) and be working toward or possess MRICS or MCIOB professional status.
• Demonstrate a proven track record in main contractor commercial management, including valuations, variations, and CVRs.
• Show strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, BIM tools, and computer-aided measurement software.
• Possess expert negotiation skills and a working knowledge of construction health and safety regulations.

About Us

Our client is a major European main contractor with over 150 years of industry experience, dedicated to sustainable construction and inclusive workplace practices. They foster a supportive environment where professionals from all backgrounds are empowered to grow long-term careers.

Join a values-driven Tier 1 contractor committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workforce.

Benefit from long-term stability backed by a major regional construction pipeline and global career pathways.

Access comprehensive professional development, chartership support, and structured internal career progression.

Work within a collaborative team environment that emphasizes sustainable delivery and workplace well-being.

About Your Future

Taking on this key commercial role opens up direct career pathways into Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager positions within expanding regional construction business units.

Secure a permanent, full-time position backed by a stable main contractor project pipeline in the Midlands.

• Receive a highly competitive base salary paired with an 8% matched pension scheme and private healthcare cover.
• Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, 2 dedicated wellbeing days, and 1 volunteering day per year.
• Access comprehensive family-friendly policies, life assurance, and continuous professional training support.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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