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Quantity Surveyor

Location: Birmingham
Project Types: Public sector, education, healthcare, residential regeneration, commercial, and blue-light facilities

The Opportunity

An established, nationally recognised main contractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team. The business delivers high-quality projects across the public and private sectors, with a strong focus on sustainability, social value, and collaborative frameworks.

Projects typically range from £5m–£50m+ and include new build and refurbishment schemes across:

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Education facilities (primary, secondary, SEN schools, colleges)

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Healthcare developments (hospitals, community health centres)

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Residential regeneration and mixed-use schemes

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Commercial offices and civic buildings

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Blue-light facilities (police, fire, emergency services)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a financially stable contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work through long-term frameworks and repeat clients.

Key Responsibilities

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Manage commercial aspects of projects from procurement through to final account

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Prepare and manage subcontract packages, including tendering, negotiation, and appointment

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Monitor project costs, valuations, variations, and cash flow

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Produce CVRs and financial reports in line with company procedures

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Work collaboratively with project teams to manage risk and maximise value

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Support client relationships and attend commercial/progress meetings

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Ensure compliance with contractual requirements (JCT/NEC forms commonly used)

Candidate Requirements

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Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor

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Experience delivering public sector and/or framework projects preferred

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Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts

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Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills

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Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

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Working towards or achieved MRICS (desirable but not essential)

What’s on Offer

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Competitive salary + car allowance / company car

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Bonus scheme

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Private healthcare

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Pension contribution

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Clear progression pathway within a supportive commercial structure

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Strong commitment to sustainability and social value