Location: West Midlands (Hybrid Option Available)
Type: Permanent Mid–Senior Level
Salary: Circa £60,000 benefits
Im working with an established specialist contractor, recognised nationally for delivering high-quality heritage, restoration, and conservation projects across the UK.
They’re now looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team in West Midlands. This is a key hire within the business — you’ll be the sole QS, supporting the Project Managers and Contracts Manager across a portfolio of bespoke and often complex restoration projects.
Projects typically range in value from £100k to £2m, with most between £300k–£500k.
The Role:
This is a hands-on position where you’ll take ownership of all commercial aspects of the business, including:
1. Preparing and managing valuations, variations, and monthly financial reports to the board
2. Supporting project teams with cost control, forecasting, and commercial advice
3. Ensuring strong financial governance across all live projects
4. Liaising with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
5. Working closely with senior management to streamline processes and improve reporting
(Note: The majority of procurement is managed by subcontractors, allowing you to focus on financial management and reporting.)
About You:
6. Mid–Senior level Quantity Surveyor with experience in construction or restoration projects
7. Comfortable working independently and being the commercial lead within the business
8. Confident managing valuations, variations, and financial reporting
9. Excellent communicator with strong attention to detail
10. Willingness to travel occasionally to project sites across the UK
What’s on Offer:
11. Salary circa £60,000 (depending on experience)
12. Hybrid working available after probation
13. Opportunity to shape the commercial function of a respected specialist contractor
14. Supportive team environment with direct access to senior leadership