Quantity Surveyor - Civils

  • Hays Construction and Property
  • City, Birmingham
  • Oct 08, 2025
Full time Construction

Job Description

Your new company
You will be joining a leading civil engineering contractor based in Birmingham with a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure projects across the UK. This multi-accredited and established contractor is well-known for their commitment to quality, safety and innovation as well as valuing its people and investing in their professional development. As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Birmingham.


Your new role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing project costs, value, and contractual relationships from mobilisation through to final account settlement on Sizewell C.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Procuring specialist trades and advising on subcontractor appointments
  • Drafting and managing subcontract agreements and valuations
  • Reviewing design developments and advising on cost implications
  • Identifying value engineering opportunities
  • Preparing and agreeing monthly valuations with the Employer's Representative
  • Participating in internal cost reporting and forecasting
  • Supporting final account preparation and contractual advice
  • Building strong relationships across the wider project team.


What you'll need to succeed
In order to be successful, you will bring:

  • Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or similar) or experience equivalent
  • Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils
  • Sound working knowledge of NEC form of contract
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
  • Proactive, career-driven mindset with ambition to progress to Senior Quantity Surveyor.
  • Full UK driving licence.


What you'll get in return
In return, you will receive:

  • Negotiable starting salary (dependent on experience)
  • Car allowance (up to 9,000 per annum)
  • 26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Fuel card
  • Yearly reviews
  • 10% employer pension contribution
  • Structured career development and mentorship
  • Opportunity to work on high-impact and rewarding projects
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to grow and advance your career with an industry-leading contractor and more.


What you need to do now
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