| Location: Birmingham | Salary: £50000 - £72000 per annum + Package |
| Sector: Construction | Type: Permanent |
| Contact: Matthew Clegg | Job Published: about 5 hours ago |
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 01342 330 539.
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