Senior Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham

ZipRecruiter; England; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage exciting projects in various sectors, including commercial and education. Responsibilities include cost management, client liaison, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate has a degree in Quantity Surveying and relevant experience. A competitive salary package is offered with benefits including hybrid working and clear progression paths.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension and private healthcare

Discretionary bonus

Ongoing CPD and clear progression pathway

Qualifications

• MRICS qualified or working towards it.
• Solid consultancy or client-side experience.
• Ability to lead and deliver multiple projects confidently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre- and post-contract cost management services.
• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, and procurement strategies.
• Lead on tender processes and contract administration.
• Carry out value engineering and risk assessments.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Cost management software proficiency

Commercial knowledge

Contractual knowledge

Project delivery

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

CostX

CATO

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Construction Consultancy - Birmingham
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Company:
I'm working with a well-established, independent construction consultancy based in Birmingham that is continuing to grow across the Midlands. Known for delivering high-quality, client-focused services across a broad range of sectors, they are now looking to bring in an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team.

The Role:
This is a great opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of exciting, high-profile projects across the commercial, residential, education, and public sectors. You'll play a key role in cost planning, client liaison, project delivery, and mentoring more junior staff within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver pre- and post-contract cost management services
• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans, and procurement strategies
• Lead on tender processes and contract administration (JCT/NEC)
• Carry out value engineering and risk assessments
• Produce financial reports, interim valuations, and final accounts
• Attend client and project meetings
• Support junior staff and contribute to their professional development
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

What I'm Looking For:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS qualified or working towards it
• Solid consultancy or client-side experience
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to lead and deliver multiple projects confidently
• Proficiency in cost management software (CostX, CATO, etc.) is desirable

What's on Offer:

• £55,000 - £70,000 basic salary (depending on experience)Discretionary bonus
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension and private healthcare
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Ongoing CPD and clear progression pathway

Interested?
If this sounds like the right move for you, I'd love to have a confidential chat.
Call Andreea Hudson

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