Senior Quantity Surveyor

Randstad Construction and Property; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 88,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major civil engineering package in Birmingham. You will own commercial delivery from procurement through final accounts on a multi-structure project, working from our Central Birmingham offices with a 4-day on-site / 1-day remote pattern.

The role requires a proven Tier-1 contractor background, NEC contract experience, and a stable career history. The salary is £550 per day on a long-term contract, with hybrid working and site-based

Qualifications

• Proven track record in civil engineering with a Tier-1 contractor, experience on structures/bridges.
• Stable career history with longevity on projects.
• Hands-on commercial experience; progression through commercial ranks.
• Thorough working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare subcontract tender packages, evaluate tender returns, place orders, and manage subcontract accounts (applications, variations, payments, final accounts).
• Administer NEC contracts with EWNs, CE notifications, assessments, quotations, and governance.
• Monitor project costs, prepare CVRs, identify commercial risks and opportunities, protect margin.
• Collaborate with project delivery team and mentor junior/assistant commercial staff.

Skills

Subcontract management

Contract administration

Cost reporting

Commercial leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

RICS/CIOB/ICES desirable

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Civil Engineering & Structures

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor (Civil Engineering / Bridges & Structures)

Location: Birmingham City Centre (B4)

Rate: £550 per day (based on standard 8-hour day at £68.75/hr)

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00 (Hybrid: 4 days on-site/office, 1 day remote)

Contract Length: Long-term contract

The Opportunity

An established Tier-1 main contractor is seeking a seasoned and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee a major civil engineering package based out of their project offices in Central Birmingham (B4).

Focused on a high-profile multi-structure package-including the construction and delivery of several complex bridges and highways infrastructure-you will take full commercial ownership from procurement through to final accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Subcontract Management: Prepare subcontract tender packages, evaluate tender returns, place orders, and actively manage subcontract accounts (applications, variations, payments, and final accounts).
• Contract Administration: Administer NEC contract forms with full accountability for EWNs, CE notifications, assessments, quotations, and commercial governance.
• Cost Reporting & Forecasting: Monitor and manage all project costs, prepare monthly CVRs, identify commercial risks and opportunities, and protect commercial margin.
• Commercial Leadership: Collaborate closely with the project delivery team and mentor junior/assistant commercial staff.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven Track Record: Solid, well-established background in civil engineering with a Tier-1 or major main contractor. Experience on structures/bridge construction is highly desirable.
• Stable Career History: A consistent career history demonstrating commitment and longevity on projects (no frequent job-hopping).
• Experience Level: Substantial, hands-on commercial experience; candidates who have progressed organically through commercial ranks (not accelerated into a Senior title in under 5 years).
• Contract Expertise: Thorough, practical working knowledge of NEC contracts.

Qualifications & Cards

• Valid CSCS Card (required).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent commercial qualification (RICS/CIOB/ICES desirable).

Location & Commute

Ideally based within a 1-hour commute of Birmingham City Centre.

Workplace Logistics

• Office/Site Location: Central Birmingham compound (Gate N13-G20, B4 7XE).
• Parking Notice: No on-site contractor parking available (accessible via public transport or nearby commercial facilities such as Millennium Point car park).

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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