Project Surveyor (PR-1542736) Coventry, England
| Salary: | GBP45000 - GBP58000 per annum + 8% pension, private health. |
About this Role
This Project Surveyor position offers an outstanding opportunity to join a major Tier 1 main contractor delivering key construction schemes in the Coventry area. Working as a key commercial lead, you will manage subcontract procurement, client valuations, variations, and final accounts to ensure optimal project profitability.
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Drive commercial management across subcontract packages, from enquiry analysis and order preparation to monthly payments.
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Produce accurate monthly and quarterly cost reports, cash flow projections, and margin forecasts alongside project leaders.
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Manage client valuations, negotiate contract variations, and finalise main contract and subcontract final accounts.
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Participate in risk and opportunity planning, design strategy development, and compliance with business best practices.
About You
You are a proactive, detail-oriented commercial professional with a strong track record working for a main contractor in the construction sector. You possess strong negotiation skills, digital procurement capability, and a collaborative approach to managing client and supply chain relationships.
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Hold a Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) and be working toward or possess MRICS or MCIOB professional status.
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Demonstrate a proven track record in main contractor commercial management, including valuations, variations, and CVRs.
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Show strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, BIM tools, and computer-aided measurement software.
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Possess expert negotiation skills and a working knowledge of construction health and safety regulations.
About Us
Our client is a major European main contractor with over 150 years of industry experience, dedicated to sustainable construction and inclusive workplace practices. They foster a supportive environment where professionals from all backgrounds are empowered to grow long-term careers.
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Join a values-driven Tier 1 contractor committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse workforce.
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Benefit from long-term stability backed by a major regional construction pipeline and global career pathways.
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Access comprehensive professional development, chartership support, and structured internal career progression.
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Work within a collaborative team environment that emphasizes sustainable delivery and workplace well-being.
About Your Future
Taking on this key commercial role opens up direct career pathways into Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager positions within expanding regional construction business units.
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Secure a permanent, full-time position backed by a stable main contractor project pipeline in the Midlands.
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Receive a highly competitive base salary paired with an 8% matched pension scheme and private healthcare cover.
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Enjoy 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, 2 dedicated wellbeing days, and 1 volunteering day per year.
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Access comprehensive family-friendly policies, life assurance, and continuous professional training support.