Senior Quantity Surveyor

Nicholas Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial performance of high-value residential groundwork projects across the West Midlands. Responsibilities include managing project budgets, contract administration, and providing strategic input. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of Quantity Surveying experience, with excellent negotiation and management skills. Competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits included.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus scheme

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within groundworks or civil engineering.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects or large-scale developments.
• Excellent reporting and commercial management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle across a portfolio of residential groundworks projects.
• Prepare valuations, CVRs, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Monitor and report on project budgets, cost variations, and risk.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Cost Control

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

About the Role

As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the commercial performance of multiple groundworks projects valued at over 40million for residential developments across the West Midlands region. You'll be responsible for cost control, contract administration, and providing strategic input to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full commercial lifecycle across a portfolio of residential groundworks projects.
• Prepare valuations, CVRs, forecasts, and final accounts.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, management, and payment.
• Provide commercial advice and ensure compliance with contracts
• Monitor and report on project budgets, cost variations, and risk.
• Liaise closely with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 5+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within groundworks or civil engineering.
• Strong background in residential infrastructure or groundwork packages.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects or large-scale developments.
• Excellent negotiation, reporting, and commercial management skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or equivalent experience).

What's in It for You

• Join a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of work.
• Be instrumental in delivering high-value residential groundwork projects.
• Clear progression opportunities
• Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus scheme, and full benefits package.

Please contact John Ashcroft for more information (phone number removed) (all conversations are confidential)

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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