Senior Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham

Senior Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time No home office possible
Howells Recruitment

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Up to Β£75k plus package

Birmingham

We are working with one of the UK's leading privately-owned Construction and Interiors companies to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Birmingham. Our client is recognised as one of the UK's top employers, with over 170 years of history delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across the public and private sectors. They are known for innovation, flexible working, and creating places that leave a lasting positive impact.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of commercial delivery across multiple projects, from preconstruction through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing team working on high profile projects within Education, Healthcare and Blue Light services.

The RoleYou'll lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring strong cost control, contractual compliance and accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with clients, project teams and supply chain partners, you'll help drive successful project outcomes while maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing commercial delivery from feasibility through to final account
  • Controlling costs, mitigating risk and preventing scope creep across projects
  • Managing procurement, subcontractor packages and supply chain performance
  • Producing accurate Cost/Value reporting, forecasting and cost-to-complete analysis
  • Administering NEC and JCT contracts effectively
  • Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required
  • Building strong relationships with clients and supply chain partners

What We're Looking ForWe're seeking a commercially astute and proactive Quantity Surveyor with strong contractual knowledge and experience delivering projects in fast-paced environments.

You'll ideally have:

  • Proven experience managing projects independently from preconstruction to delivery
  • Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
  • Experience with client invoicing, procurement and commercial reporting
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong MS Excel and measurement software skills (Bluebeam or similar)
  • Previous leadership or team management experience
  • Confidence in customer-facing roles

Desirable Experience

  • Degree qualified in Construction or related discipline
  • MCIOB or RICS membership (or working towards)

You will be joining an Award-winning employer and sustainability leader, with an inclusive, people-focused culture, with clear career progression opportunities available. For your chance to work on major public sector frameworks and landmark projects, please apply online now.

Howells Recruitment

Contact Detail:

Howells Recruitment Recruiting Team

Senior Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham
Howells Recruitment
Location: Birmingham

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