Quantity Surveyor

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established civil engineering business based in Birmingham.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a growing business, working across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.

The Role
As Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for managing the commercial aspects of projects from pre-contract through to final account. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, subcontractors and clients to ensure projects are delivered commercially successfully.
Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing project costs, budgets and financial reporting.
• Preparing and reviewing valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Managing subcontractor accounts, payments and variations.
• Preparing and submitting cost/value reports.
• Monitoring project expenditure and identifying commercial risks.
• Supporting procurement and subcontractor negotiations.
• Managing change, variations and compensation events.
• Reviewing contracts and ensuring commercial compliance.
• Working closely with operational teams to maximise project performance.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.

About You
We are looking for a Quantity Surveyor with a strong civil engineering background. Experience within general construction, residential or purely building environments will not be suitable for this position.
You should have:

• Previous experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering, infrastructure or related sectors.
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge.
• Experience managing subcontractors and project costs.
• Good understanding of valuations, variations, final accounts and cost reporting.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with project teams.
• A relevant Quantity Surveying or commercial qualification is desirable, although relevant experience will also be considered.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package based on experience.
• Opportunity to join an established and growing civil engineering business.
• Varied and challenging project portfolio.
• Long-term career development opportunities.
• Supportive and professional working environment.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor with a civil engineering background and are interested in discussing this opportunity, please apply with your CV for a confidential conversation.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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