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Quantity Surveyor - Civils

West Midlands
£40k – £55k/yr
Posted 1 day ago
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Quantity Surveyor - Civils

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You will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor renowned for delivering major and complex infrastructure projects across the UK. 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 growth. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Birmingham. This is a dynamic role offering exposure to the major HS2 project where your commercial acumen will directly impact project success.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of complex civil engineering packages across the HS2 project in Birmingham. You will work closely with project teams to ensure robust cost control, accurate forecasting, and effective subcontractor management.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing commercial and contractual aspects of allocated work packages
  • Preparing valuations, cost reports, and forecasting data
  • Supporting NEC contract administration, compensation events, and change management
  • Ensuring accurate measurement and quantification of works
  • Conducting cost analysis to optimize value and drive commercial performance
  • Building strong relationships with internal delivery teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Contributing to continuous improvement and best-practice commercial processes

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What you'll need to succeed

To excel in this role, you will bring:

  • Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent
  • Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure or heavy civils projects
  • Sound understanding of NEC contracts and commercial procedures
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and reporting skills
  • Confidence in engaging with a range of stakeholders and influencing commercial outcomes
  • Full UK driving licence

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

  • Starting salary up to £55,000 per annum
  • Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
  • 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Company pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
  • Subsistence allowance (where applicable)
  • Private health insurance
  • Professional qualification support
  • Family-friendly benefits
  • Clear career progression in a supportive, high-performing commercial team
  • Industry-recognised training and development programmes
  • Opportunity to work on HS2, one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Europe and more

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Skills

Quantity Surveying
Cost Control
Forecasting
Subcontractor Management
NEC Contracts
Analytical Skills
Negotiation Skills
Reporting Skills
Stakeholder Engagement
Cost Analysis
Change Management
Measurement
Quantification
Commercial Management
Continuous Improvement
Best-Practice Processes

Location

West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

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