Job type
PermanentLocation
BirminghamWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Civil EngineeringIndustry
ConstructionPay
Up to £75k/annum + Company Car or Allowance + Package
Senior Quantity Surveyor – Permanent – Birmingham – Established Civil Engineering Contractor – Heavy Civils
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established and highly respected civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham recognised for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects across the Midlands. This multi-accredited contractor is well-known for their commitment to quality, safety and innovation as well as valuing its people and investing in their professional development. They have a strong pipeline of work, offer excellent opportunities for career progression and, as part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with frequent site visits in Warwickshire.
Your new role
As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for a significant element of a major heavy civils scheme in Warwick. You will ensure robust cost control, risk management and commercial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Full commercial management of a large-scale civil engineering project
- Preparation and management of budgets, forecasts and cost value reconciliation
- Procurement and management of subcontractors and supply chain partners
- Administration of contracts, variations, valuations and final accounts
- Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff
- Working collaboratively with engineering, planning and site teams to drive value and mitigate risk
This role offers genuine long-term prospects, with the opportunity to influence both project delivery and wider commercial strategy.
What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:
- Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
- Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils
- Sound working knowledge of NEC form of contract, ideally Option A
- Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills
- Experience managing subcontractors, commercial risk and project cashflow
- Full UK driving licence.
What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:
- Starting salary up to £75,000 per annum
- Company car or car allowance (£9,000 per annum)
- 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Fuel card
- Yearly reviews (both career and salary)
- 10% employer pension contribution
- Flexible working
- Continuous training and development
- Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunity to grow and progress 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 call us now.
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.