Quantity Surveyor (BBBH47979) Birmingham, England

Salary: GBP45000 - GBP65000 per annum + pension, holidays

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established civil engineering business based in Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a growing business, working across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.


The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of projects from pre-contract through to final account. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered commercially successfully.
Key responsibilities will include:

  • Managing project costs, budgets and financial reporting.
  • Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
  • Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and variations.
  • Preparing and submitting cost/value reports.
  • Monitoring project expenditure and identifying commercial risks.
  • Supporting procurement and subcontractor negotiations.
  • Managing change, variations and compensation events.
  • Reviewing contracts and ensuring commercial compliance.
  • Working closely with operational teams to maximise project performance.
  • Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

About You
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong civil engineering background. Experience within general construction, residential or purely building environments will not be suitable for this position.
You should have:

  • Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure or related sectors.
  • Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
  • Experience managing subcontractors and project costs.
  • Good understanding of valuations, variations, final accounts and cost reporting.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
  • Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
  • The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with project teams.
  • A relevant Quantity Surveying or commercial qualification is desirable, although relevant experience will also be considered.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary package based on experience.
  • Opportunity to join an established and growing civil engineering business.
  • Varied and challenging project portfolio.
  • Long-term career development opportunities.
  • Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor with a civil engineering background and are interested in discussing this opportunity, please apply with your CV for a confidential conversation.