Senior Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black; Stafford; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a high-profile project in the Midlands. This role involves leading commercial and cost management on a nationally significant £5bn portfolio. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in quantity surveying and contract management. You will oversee cost plans, manage contracts, and ensure accurate financial reporting, while mentoring junior team members. Competitive salary up to £85,000 plus an executive package will be offered, alongside long-term career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £85,000

Executive benefits package

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in quantity surveying within a contractor environment.
• Experience on major or complex projects in civils, infrastructure, or energy sectors.
• Strong knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage project cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Manage contracts, variations, claims, and procurement processes.
• Provide accurate financial reporting to senior project leadership.
• Support risk management, contract negotiation, and change control.
• Build relationships with clients and subcontractors.
• Mentor junior QS and commercial team members.

Skills

Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor

Proven delivery experience on major or complex projects

Strong NEC or JCT contract knowledge

Excellent stakeholder engagement skills

Negotiation and problem-solving skills

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Landmark Project | Major UK Contractor | Midlands

Location : Midlands

Project Value : Part of a £5bn UK Portfolio

Role Type : Permanent

Salary : Up to £85,000 + executive package

Are you ready to take on a once-in-a-career opportunity?

We’re partnering with one of the UK’s leading contractors to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a high-profile, highly unique project in the Midlands—a scheme that forms a flagship component of a £5bn national portfolio of works. This is a technically challenging and strategically important project, offering the chance to work on a nationally significant programme with high visibility and impact.

The Opportunity

You will play a leading role in commercial and cost management, overseeing all QS responsibilities on a technically complex programme of works. This is ideal for someone who thrives on detailed cost control, contract management, and working collaboratively with clients, contractors, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and manage project cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Manage contracts, variations, claims, and procurement processes across the supply chain.
• Provide accurate and timely financial reporting to senior project leadership.
• Support risk management, contract negotiation, and change control processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior QS and commercial team members.

About You

We’re looking for a technically strong, commercially aware, and proactive professional who brings :

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a contractor environment.
• Proven delivery experience on major or complex projects—civils, infrastructure, energy, or industrial sectors advantageous.
• Strong NEC or JCT contract knowledge.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to operate confidently within a high-profile, fast-moving project environment.

Why Apply?

• Work with a major contractor delivering a £5bn national portfolio of transformative projects.
• Join a technically challenging, high-profile Midlands programme.
• Salary up to £85,000 + executive benefits package.
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities on landmark projects.
• Apply Now! Or contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham.