Quantity Surveyor – Civils

Reference: 4783525

Job d:
Closing date:

Location:

Birmingham Salary:
Up to 55k/annum + Company Car or Allowance + Package (per annum)
Job type:
Permanent Working pattern:
Full time Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering Company:
Hays Consultant:
James Mayfield-Potter Hays office:
Birmingham — 3rd Floor, One Colmore Square,Phone:
Email: james.mayfield-potter

Your new company

You will be joining an industry-leading Tier 1 contractor renowned for delivering major and complex infrastructure projects across the UK. This multi-accredited contractor is well-known for their commitment to quality, safety and innovation as well as valuing its people and investing in their growth. As part of their continued growth, they are actively seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Birmingham.

This is a dynamic role offering exposure to the major HS2 project where your commercial acumen will directly impact project success.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with hybrid and flexible working.

Your new role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in the commercial management of complex civil engineering packages across the HS2 project in Birmingham. You will work closely with project teams to ensure robust cost control, accurate forecasting and effective subcontractor management. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing commercial and contractual aspects of allocated work packages

Preparing valuations, cost reports and forecasting data Supporting NEC contract administration, compensation events and change management

Ensuring accurate measurement and quantification of works

Conducting cost analysis to optimise value and drive commercial performance

Building strong relationships with internal delivery teams, suppliers and subcontractors

Contributing to continuous improvement and best‑practice commercial processes

This is a high‑profile, career‑defining opportunity to contribute to one of the UK’s most exciting infrastructure projects.

What you'll need to succeed

To excel in this role, you will bring:

Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar qualification) or experience equivalent

Proven experience on large-scale infrastructure or heavy civils projects

Sound understanding of NEC contracts and commercial procedures

Excellent analytical, negotiation and reporting skills

Confidence in engaging with a range of stakeholders and influencing commercial outcomes

Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to 55,000 per annum

Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance
26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid and flexible working

Company pension scheme (matched up to 8%)Subsistence allowance (where applicable)
Private health insurance

Professional qualification support

Family-friendly benefits

Clear career progression in a supportive, high‑performing commercial team Industry-recognised training and development programmes

Opportunity to work on HS2, one of the most significant infrastructure projects in Europe and more.

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or email a copy to j quoting job reference #4783525. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note – this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas, and we are looking for genuine permanent applications only. #4783525 - James Mayfield-Potter