Senior Quantity Surveyor

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Landmark Project | Major UK Contractor | Midlands

Location : Midlands

Project Value : Part of a £5bn UK Portfolio

Role Type : Permanent

Salary : Up to £85,000 + executive package

Are you ready to take on a once-in-a-career opportunity?

We’re partnering with one of the UK’s leading contractors to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a high-profile, highly unique project in the Midlands—a scheme that forms a flagship component of a £5bn national portfolio of works. This is a technically challenging and strategically important project, offering the chance to work on a nationally significant programme with high visibility and impact.

The Opportunity

You will play a leading role in commercial and cost management, overseeing all QS responsibilities on a technically complex programme of works. This is ideal for someone who thrives on detailed cost control, contract management, and working collaboratively with clients, contractors, and project teams.

• Prepare, review, and manage project cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
• Manage contracts, variations, claims, and procurement processes across the supply chain.
• Provide accurate and timely financial reporting to senior project leadership.
• Support risk management, contract negotiation, and change control processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide junior QS and commercial team members.

We’re looking for a technically strong, commercially aware, and proactive professional who brings :

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a contractor environment.
• Proven delivery experience on major or complex projects—civils, infrastructure, energy, or industrial sectors advantageous.
• Strong NEC or JCT contract knowledge.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to operate confidently within a high-profile, fast-moving project environment.

• Work with a major contractor delivering a £5bn national portfolio of transformative projects.
• Join a technically challenging, high-profile Midlands programme.
• Salary up to £85,000 + executive benefits package.
• Genuine long-term career development opportunities on landmark projects.
• Apply Now! Or contact Ben Symonds at Kenton Black, Birmingham.