Quantity Surveyor – Water
JOB_53498024734132Job type
PermanentLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
Up to £50k/annum + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Quantity Surveyor – Permanent – Birmingham – Tier 1 Contractor – Water Industry – Civil Engineering
Your new company
You will be joining an established and well-respected Tier 1 contractor based in Birmingham operating in the water industry. This multi-accredited and high-profile contractor delivers projects directly for Severn Trent Water, and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.
Your new role
As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in managing the commercial and contractual aspects of projects valued between £500k and £5m. Reporting to the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will:
- Oversee contract administration and risk management
- Prepare budgets, forecasts and monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs)
- Manage variations, valuations and final accounts
- Support project managers with cost tracking and tendering
- Attend client meetings to negotiate terms and resolve disputes.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will have:
- Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalent
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils (ideally water/utilities industry)
- Sound working knowledge of NEC contracts
- Strong negotiation and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £50,000 per annum
- Company car or car allowance
- 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Fuel card
- Family-friendly benefits
- Structured career development and mentorship
- Opportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projects
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to grow and advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or alternatively email a copy to james.mayfield-potter@hays.com quoting job reference #4734132.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Please note – this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.Quantity Surveyor – WaterJOB_534980247341322025-11-252026-02-24
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