Quantity Surveyor

Civic Recruitment Limited; Dudley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited in Dudley, United Kingdom, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor on a seven-month contract with a local authority. The role pays £400 per day under an umbrella arrangement and focuses on providing expert commercial and procurement support for public sector projects.

The successful candidate will manage procurement activities, tenders, and contract management, ensuring compliance with procurement legislation and governance while delivering best value and mitigating commercial

Qualifications

• Experience in pre-contract and procurement activities in local authority or public sector.
• Ability to manage tender processes, evaluations, and commercial assessments.
• Experience in preparing contract documentation and procurement-related reports.
• Background in commercial management of construction, infrastructure, or public sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-contract quantity surveying and procurement tasks.
• Develop procurement documentation, tender packages, contract documents, and reports.
• Oversee tender processes, including evaluations and commercial assessments.
• Ensure compliance with public procurement laws and governance.
• Provide commercial guidance to project teams and stakeholders.
• Support procurement strategies to ensure best value and manage risks.
• Analyze costs and budgets to aid decision-making.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Procurement

Tender processes

Commercial management

Contract documentation

Education

Degree/HNC/HND or equivalent

RICS or CIPS membership desirable

Job description

Dudley, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/08/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

7 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• The Quantity Surveyor role is a 7-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £400 per day under an umbrella arrangement. This position is pivotal in providing expert commercial and procurement support for various public sector projects. The successful candidate will ensure that procurement activities, tender processes, and contract management are executed effectively, adhering to compliance standards and value-for-money principles. Collaboration with project teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders is essential to facilitate successful project outcomes while maintaining compliance with procurement legislation and governance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support pre-contract quantity surveying and procurement tasks.
• Develop procurement documentation, tender packages, contract documents, and commercial reports.
• Oversee tender processes, including evaluations and commercial assessments.
• Ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act 2023 and public sector procurement regulations.
• Offer commercial advice and guidance to project managers, stakeholders, and delivery teams.
• Assist in crafting procurement strategies that ensure best value and minimize commercial risks.
• Analyse contract costs, budgets, and financial data to aid informed decision-making.

Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Procurement Professional.
• Proven track record in pre-contract and procurement activities within local authority or public sector settings.
• Proficiency in managing tender processes, evaluations, and commercial assessments.
• Experience in preparing contract documentation and procurement-related reports.
• Background in supporting the commercial management of construction, infrastructure, or public sector projects.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Procurement, or a related field.
• Membership in a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS or CIPS) is desirable.

Additional Information

• Payments are processed on a bi-weekly schedule.
• The application deadline is 16th August 2026; early applications are encouraged.