Senior Quantity Surveyor
📍 Location: Birmingham
📄 Type: Permanent
Large Main Contractor | High-Rise Residential | Birmingham
The Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading large main contractor based in Birmingham, working on a landmark high-rise, multi-room development valued up to £120 million.
Reporting directly to the Commercial Lead, you will play a key role in the commercial management and successful delivery of this major project, from procurement through to final account.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day commercial management of the project
Support the Commercial Lead in overall cost control and reporting
Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and appointment
Prepare and manage subcontractor valuations, payments, and final accounts
Administer variations, change control, and contractual correspondence
Produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flows
Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
Work closely with the site and project management teams to ensure commercial objectives are met
Ensure compliance with company procedures and contractual requirements
About You
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
Experience working on high-rise residential, multi-room, or large-scale mixed-use projects
Strong working knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)
Confident managing complex subcontract packages
Strong commercial acumen, attention to detail, and leadership skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
What's on Offer
Salary: £60,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)
Competitive package (car allowance, pension, bonus, etc.)
Opportunity to work on a high-profile £120m+ city-centre project
Clear progression within a well-established and financially secure contractor