Senior Quantity Surveyor

A respected, multi-sector construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Birmingham-based team. This is a great opportunity for a well-rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor to work across high-profile projects, particularly in the retail, hotel, education, and industrial sectors, with a strong focus on client interaction and commercial leadership.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be based in Birmingham but will also support projects across London and the South East, working on fast-paced, client-driven schemes. A Senior Quantity Surveyor background in retail is desirable due to the demanding nature of some clients, though not essential. You'll be part of a team where client-facing capability and independence are highly valued.

This position suits a Senior Quantity Surveyor with at least five years' experience who is confident managing costs, liaising with stakeholders, and travelling regularly for site visits. Security clearance and DBS checks are required for certain clients, so a clean background is essential.

Responsibilities:

Lead the cost management of retail, hotel, education, and industrial projects

Prepare detailed cost plans, procurement strategies, and contract documentation

Undertake pre- and post-contract duties including valuations and cost reporting

Represent the consultancy in client and contractor meetings

Travel to sites primarily in London and the South East as required

Support and mentor junior team members as part of a growing Birmingham office

Requirements:

Minimum 5 years' experience in a consultancy environment

Ideally MRICS (or equivalent), though not essential - support can be provided

Strong commercial awareness and ability to work in fast-paced environments

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Based in or near Birmingham

Must be eligible for DBS and security clearance (no criminal convictions)

Stable work history with clear evidence of project responsibility

What's in it for you?

• 50,000 - 65,000

• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work-life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

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Reference

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