Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Metchley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their Birmingham team. The position involves overseeing residential developments, providing cost consultancy, and Employer's Agent services. Candidates will manage costs, liaise with clients and contractors, and prepare tenders and valuations. Ideal for those looking to step into a senior role with opportunities for professional growth. The role offers a competitive salary between £40,000 - £50,000 and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

25 Days holiday + Bank holidays

Health insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Life assurance

Mobile and Laptop

Car allowance

Flexible working conditions

Great work-life balance

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience in residential projects, including affordable or mixed-use developments.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and Employer's Agent roles.

Responsibilities

• Provide full cost consultancy services across residential schemes.
• Act as Employer's Agent, overseeing contract administration.
• Prepare and manage cost plans, tenders, valuations, and final accounts.
• Liaise with clients, design teams, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support delivery of light project management duties where required.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Experience in residential projects

Knowledge of JCT contracts

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

An established multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their Birmingham team. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be involved in a range of residential developments, delivering both traditional cost consultancy and Employer's Agent services on behalf of housing associations, local authorities, and private developers.

The Quantity Surveyor

The Quantity Surveyor will take a lead role on projects from inception to completion, covering pre- and post-contract duties including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and reporting. There will also be opportunities to take on project management responsibilities, providing a varied workload and excellent scope for professional growth.

This is an ideal position for a Quantity Surveyor who is looking to step into a more senior role and take on wider responsibilities. The consultancy originally intended to recruit at Senior level but is now open to capable Quantity Surveyors looking to progress within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide full cost consultancy services across residential schemes
• Act as Employer's Agent, overseeing contract administration
• Prepare and manage cost plans, tenders, valuations, and final accounts
• Liaise with clients, design teams, and contractors throughout the project lifecycle
• Support delivery of light project management duties where required
• Monitor programme and risk to ensure successful delivery

Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience in residential projects, including affordable or mixed-use developments
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and Employer's Agent roles
• Chartered or working towards MRICS (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision

What's in it for you?

• 40,000 - 50,000
• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work-life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

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Reference

Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / MRICS / FRICS / Quantity Surveyor / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy / Fee Generation / Pre-Construction Planning / Quantity Surveying / QS / Cost Manager / Cost Consultant / Consultancy