Quantity Surveyor

ISS Facility Services UK; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ISS Facility Services UK in Birmingham seeks an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the commercial lifecycle of projects in a hybrid working environment. You will be responsible for cost control, commercial governance, and contract management across high-profile government contracts.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of NEC3/NEC4, considerable experience in cost planning, and a relevant qualification. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance and effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• Experience in cost planning, estimating, valuations, and commercial reporting.
• Skilled in preparing and analysing tenders, supplier submissions, and subcontract documents.
• Strong financial control across forecasting, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Review client project requests and analyse supplier tenders to determine requirements.
• Prepare and issue tender documentation in accordance with NEC and internal procedures.
• Maintain project cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting throughout delivery.
• Produce monthly valuations and applications for payment under NEC procedures.

Skills

Cost planning

Commercial reporting

NEC3/NEC4 knowledge

Communication

Negotiation

Financial control

Project management

Education

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

CEMAR

Job description

Location: Birmingham, B37 7YE - hybrid working with some travel

Hours of work: 40 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects within a dynamic facilities management (FM) environment.

In this role, you’ll provide accurate cost control, support robust commercial governance, and ensure effective contract management across capital projects, lifecycle works, and reactive programmes. Working within NEC4 frameworks, you’ll safeguard financial accuracy, assess commercial risk, and contribute to best‑practice project delivery.

About the Role

You will work closely with Project Managers, suppliers, and stakeholders to deliver strong commercial outcomes across a high‑profile government contract.

This position requires someone who can confidently produce clear commercial reports, manage supplier performance, and maintain compliance throughout pre‑ and post‑contract phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Review client project requests and analyse supplier tenders to determine requirements.
• Prepare and issue tender documentation in accordance with NEC and internal procedures.
• Evaluate returned tenders and provide commercially sound recommendations.
• Create supplier appointment documentation, including Deal Sheets, subcontract agreements, and pricing schedules.
• Upload tender information, proposals, and supporting documents into CEMAR or other digital systems.
• Maintain project cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting throughout delivery.
• Produce monthly valuations and applications for payment under NEC procedures.
• Review and approve supplier applications, invoices, variations, and final accounts.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in cost planning, estimating, valuations, and commercial reporting.
• Strong NEC3/NEC4 knowledge, including CEs and EWNs.
• Skilled in preparing and analysing tenders, supplier submissions, and subcontract documents.
• Able to interpret scopes, drawings, specifications, and FM technical details.
• Proficient with digital contract tools such as CEMAR.
• Strong financial control across forecasting, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Background in FM, construction, maintenance, or lifecycle projects.
• Knowledge of building fabric and M&E systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive problem‑solver with a focus on governance and compliance.
• Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related field, or working toward qualification.
• NEC‑trained or able to demonstrate NEC competency.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Degree, HNC, or HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related field. Or experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor & working toward professional qualification.

All candidates must be able to obtain BPSS Security Clearance.