Senior Quantity Surveyor - Civils


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£60,000 - £72,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Birmingham, B4 6AJ
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 2 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	13 Aug 2026
Closing date:	12 Sept 2026

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Summary

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 and high-profile contractor is well-known for their commitment to quality, safety and innovation as well as valuing its people and investing in their growth. They are currently delivering one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes, HS2, and as a result, they are actively seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their high-performing commercial team.

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

Your new role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for the commercial management of major civil engineering works from procurement through to final account. Working closely with project delivery teams, you will provide commercial leadership, ensure contractual compliance and support the successful delivery of key project objectives.

Key responsibilities will include:

Managing the commercial performance of allocated work packages

Administering NEC contracts and ensuring contractual obligations are met

Preparing, managing and agreeing interim applications and final accounts

Procuring and managing subcontractors, including change control and variations

Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and implementing mitigation strategies

Producing accurate cost reporting, forecasting and cash flow management

Supporting project teams with commercial advice and decision-making

Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, supply chain partners and subcontractors

Contributing to the successful delivery of one of the UK's most high-profile 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 as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within heavy civils

Strong working knowledge of NEC form of contact

Excellent cost control, reporting and stakeholder management skills

A proactive, commercially astute and solutions-focused mindset

Full UK driving licence.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will receive:

Starting salary up to £72,000 per annum

Company car (with fuel card) or car allowance

26 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid working (2 days' remote per week) and flexible working hours

Company pension scheme (matched up to 8%)

Subsistence allowance (where applicable)

Private health insurance

Professional qualification support

Multiple family-friendly benefits

Clear career progression in a supportive, high-performing commercial team

Flexibility to move between projects, regions and sectors as your career develops

Modern office environment with excellent on-site facilities and collaborative workspaces

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 call us now.

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: applicants must hold existing UK work authorisation; visa sponsorship cannot be provided for this position.

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