Quantity Surveyor
Project Quantity Surveyor – West Midlands Contractor
📍 Location: Birmingham / West Midlands / Leicestershire
💼 Contractor Type: Growing Regional Main Contractor
💰 Package: Competitive salary + benefits
📅 Start: Within 3 months
An established and ambitious West Midlands-based contractor is expanding its commercial team as part of continued growth in the Midlands region. We are seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to take commercial lead on a major project, reporting into the Commercial Manager / Head QS for Birmingham. The project is a large multi room scheme about an hour out of Birmingham towards Leicestershire. However, most work will be focused in the West Midlands.
The Role
As QS, you will:
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Take full commercial ownership of a live project, managing all packages from structure through to fit-out and MEP.
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Report directly into the Commercial Manager, with responsibility for accurate forecasting, reporting, and client liaison.
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Operate with initiative and independence, driving commercial performance without heavy guidance.
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Ensure high standards of presentation, reporting, and formatting – taking pride in professional outputs.
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Lead contractual administration under the JCT form of contract (Main and Sub-Contract), with strong understanding of:
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Delay processing
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Payment mechanisms
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Change control
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Collateral warranties
About You
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Minimum 8 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
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Background working on residential projects is essential.
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Strong technical knowledge across all QS fundamentals: measurement, procurement, cost reporting, and risk management.
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Proven ability to manage multiple packages and subcontractors independently.
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Excellent communication and negotiation skills with both clients and supply chain.
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Detail-driven with strong commercial acumen and pride in quality of work.
Why Join?
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Opportunity to work with a growing regional contractor at an exciting time of expansion.
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Long-term pipeline of residential and mixed-use projects in the Midlands.
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Supportive commercial team with clear progression opportunities.
📩 To apply, please send your CV and contact Heather Duncan for a confidential discussion