Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure

Gleeds; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Gleeds as a Quantity Surveyor for Infrastructure projects in Birmingham, where you will manage costs and contracts, ensuring project success. This role offers the chance to develop professionally in a supportive environment, with flexible working arrangements and training opportunities to enhance your career.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• HNC, HND or Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying/Cost Management.
• Experience with NEC3/4 contracts.
• Professional qualifications like RICS, CIOB are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre and post contract/commercial management advice.
• Keep budgets on track through cost forecasting.
• Identify and address financial risks.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Risk Management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management

Job description

Gleeds Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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About The Role

Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure:

· Birmingham (Mixture of local office, home and client sites)

· Full time - with flexible working and core hours

About this opportunity

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a proud to say that we have been certified as a “Great Place to Work” which further acknowledges that we put our people at the heart of everything we do.

Gleeds Infrastructure specialise in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in Renewables, Technology, Transport and Utilities. Our goal is to deliver Infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy when well-integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment. Whether it’s a rail link, wind farm, or flood defence barrier, the goal is to create tangible benefits for individuals, communities, and economies.

We are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor/Cost Manager to join our team and be a part of our ambitious growth plans for 2025, whether you are an aspiring Assistant Quantity Surveyor that needs support and mentoring or an already established Quantity Surveyor on your RICS journey and wanting challenging projects; our team have the knowledge and flexibility to develop your career and experiences.

In this role you will provide pre and post contract/commercial management advice and partner with our customers, a typical day could include -

• Cost & Forecasting – Keeping budgets on track and spotting risks.
• Contract Handling – Working with NEC3/4 contracts and managing payments.
• Project Assurance – Checking estimates and benchmarking costs.
• Collaboration – Working with teams, clients, and suppliers to drive innovation.
• Risk Management – Identifying and addressing financial risks.
• Measurement & Analysis – Reviewing quantities and ensuring accuracy.
• Report Writing – Summarising key findings and recommendations.
• Market Engagement – Sourcing costs and validating pricing.

About The Candidate

What we are looking for

• You will be HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or another relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.
• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management in the UK infrastructure sector.
• Understanding and experience with managing NEC3/4 contracts. A passion for infrastructure, sustainability and delivering great work.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships quickly with colleagues and clients.

What we can offer you

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a gold standard investor in people.

About us

A world of opportunity

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices across the globe, you’ll become part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business. We strive to be the people that seek to understand and bring people together. Wherever we are in the world, we’re committed to the success of our people, clients and communities – giving everyone a safer and more sustainable place to live, work and thrive.

Our values underpin what we stand for and how we work:

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Consulting and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction, Truck Transportation, and Utilities

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