Senior Quantity Surveyor

Howells Solutions Limited
Birmingham
Senior Quantity Surveyor

Up to £75k plus package

Birmingham

We are working with one of the UK's leading privately-owned Construction and Interiors companies to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Birmingham. Our client is recognised as one of the UK's top employers, with over 170 years of history delivering sustainable, community-focused projects across the public and private sectors. They are known for innovation, flexible working, and creating places that leave a lasting positive impact.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of commercial delivery across multiple projects, from preconstruction through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative, high-performing team working on high profile projects within Education, Healthcare and Blue Light services.

The Role
You'll lead the commercial management of projects, ensuring strong cost control, contractual compliance and accurate reporting throughout the project lifecycle. Working closely with clients, project teams and supply chain partners, you'll help drive successful project outcomes while maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Managing commercial delivery from feasibility through to final account
Controlling costs, mitigating risk and preventing scope creep across projects
Managing procurement, subcontractor packages and supply chain performance
Producing accurate Cost/Value reporting, forecasting and cost-to-complete analysis
Administering NEC and JCT contracts effectively
Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required
Building strong relationships with clients and supply chain partnersWhat We're Looking For
We're seeking a commercially astute and proactive Quantity Surveyor with strong contractual knowledge and experience delivering projects in fast-paced environments.

You'll ideally have:

Proven experience managing projects independently from preconstruction to delivery
Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts
Experience with client invoicing, procurement and commercial reporting
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong MS Excel and measurement software skills (Bluebeam or similar)
Previous leadership or team management experience
Confidence in customer-facing rolesDesirable Experience

Degree qualified in Construction or related discipline
MCIOB or RICS membership (or working towards)You will be joining an Award-winning employer and sustainability leader, with an inclusive, people-focused culture, with clear career progression opportunities available. For your chance to work on major public sector frameworks and landmark projects, please apply online now
Posted 2026-05-11

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