Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee commercial delivery on a landmark infrastructure project in Birmingham. The role involves managing budgets, preparing financial reports, and ensuring contract compliance. Ideal candidates will have experience in civil engineering and strong communication skills. Offering a salary of £50,000 to £72,000 plus benefits, this role provides strong career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Car or car allowance

25-26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Private healthcare

Annual pay reviews

Professional fees paid

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in civil engineering, infrastructure, or utilities.
• Track record of managing high-value contracts.
• Ability to commute to central Birmingham three days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets within approved limits.
• Prepare financial reports and budget updates.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance.

Skills

Experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Understanding of contract law

Risk management

Education

Professional membership or working towards chartership (RICS, ICES)

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Birmingham
Salary: 50,000 to 72,000 + car & package

A leading main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a landmark infrastructure project in central Birmingham. This is one of the largest civil engineering schemes in Europe, offering the opportunity to contribute to a project of national significance while advancing your career with a business known for strong progression pathways.

Role Overview

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee commercial delivery across a high-value package of works, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and financial performance. The position combines hybrid working with site presence in central Birmingham, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee project budgets, ensuring costs remain within approved limits
• Prepare and present accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budget updates
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions
• Review and process variations and change orders
• Lead procurement activity, including preparation of tender documents and evaluation of bids
• Undertake interim valuations and prepare applications for payment
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks
• Provide commercial and contractual support to the project team
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, delivering clear progress reports
• Drive value engineering initiatives
• Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrable experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor in heavy civil engineering, infrastructure, or utilities
• Strong track record in managing high-value contracts within complex project environments
• Sound understanding of commercial processes, contract law, and risk management
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to commute to central Birmingham three days per week

Desirable

• Experience leading commercial teams on major projects
• Professional membership or working towards chartership (RICS, ICES, or equivalent)

Benefits and Career Development

• Salary range 50,000- 72,000 dependent on experience
• Car or car allowance
• 25-26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase an additional 5 days
• Contributory pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Annual pay reviews
• Professional fees paid
• Hybrid working model supporting work-life balance
• Clear progression opportunities on a nationally significant programme of works

This is a commercially focused role on one of the UK's most complex infrastructure schemes, with strong long-term career prospects and immediate impact. If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a step up or a Senior Quantity Surveyor keen to progress your career, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on (phone number removed).

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