Senior Quantity Surveyor

Gold Group; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major infrastructure scheme in the West Midlands. The role involves leading project management, contract administration, and overseeing subcontractor relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience in civil engineering, strong skills in NEC4 Option C contracts, and a degree in Quantity Surveying. This position offers a competitive salary, travel allowance, and structured career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £56,000 to £65,000

Travel allowance of £4,700

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private pension contribution

Private healthcare

Structured career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong command of NEC4 Option C contract management.
• Demonstrable success managing subcontractor packages and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of the project, ensuring adherence to programme and financial objectives.
• Administer NEC4 Option C contracts, including valuations, cost forecasting, and change control.
• Develop and implement value engineering and procurement strategies to enhance efficiency.

Skills

NEC4 Option C contract management

Cost reporting and forecasting

Commercial acumen

Negotiation capability

Effective stakeholder communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Commercial Management

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Major Infrastructure Scheme (West Midlands)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading civil engineering contractor delivering a significant transport regeneration project in Birmingham (not HS2!). The project forms a critical part of the wider regeneration strategy across the West Midlands and the opportunity promises excellent career progression, great earning potential and an excellent work life balance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of the project, ensuring adherence to programme and financial objectives.
• Administer NEC4 Option C contracts, including valuations, cost forecasting, and change control.
• Develop and implement value engineering and procurement strategies to enhance efficiency and profitability.
• Manage subcontractor relationships, ensuring performance, compliance, and alignment with contractual obligations.
• Prepare detailed financial reports, forecasts, and risk assessments for senior management.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and commercial guidance to the surveying team.
• Support the strategic delivery of the project through close collaboration with project managers and engineers.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong command of NEC4 Option C contract management.
• Demonstrable success managing subcontractor packages and budgets.
• Advanced skills in cost reporting, forecasting, and financial control.
• Commercial acumen, negotiation capability, and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.

Desirable

• Professional accreditation (MRICS or MCIOB).
• Prior involvement in transport, infrastructure, or regeneration projects.

Benefits and Career Development

• Competitive starting salary of £56,000 to £65,000
• Travel allowance of £4,700
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Private pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Structured career progression within a national infrastructure business.
• Exposure to complex, high-value schemes offering long-term development potential.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a key role in a flagship regional infrastructure programme. If you're a Senior Quantity Surveyor keen on a new challenge or a Quantity Surveyor looking for a step up, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on (phone number removed).

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