Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location

: Birmingham

Salary

: 55,000 to 65,000

About the Company

ETME are a Midlands based main contractor with a fantastic reputation across the residential build and general refurbishment sector.

Known for their quality-driven approach and long-standing client relationships, they now seek a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team due to sustained project growth and future expansion plans.

They possess a strong portfolio of in-house developments, new build, fit out and refurbishment projects across the Midlands with projects typically range from 500k to 20m in value.

Role Overview

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee commercial delivery across a high-value package of works, ensuring cost control, contract compliance, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and oversee project budgets, ensuring costs remain within approved limits Prepare and present accurate financial reports, forecasts, and budget updates Administer contracts and ensure compliance with terms and conditions Review and process variations and change orders Lead procurement activity, including preparation of tender documents and evaluation of bids Undertake interim valuations and prepare applications for payment Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks Provide commercial and contractual support to the project team Liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, delivering clear progress reports Drive value engineering initiatives Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team

Essential Requirements

Demonstrable experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor in commercial and residential build projects. Strong track record in managing high-value contracts within complex project environments Sound understanding of commercial processes, contract law, and risk management Managing subcontractor packages from procurement to final account Preparing and agreeing interim valuations and final accounts Producing accurate monthly cost/value reconciliations and forecasts Monitoring project cash flow and ensuring timely reporting Supporting or leading client liaison meetings, ensuring commercial transparency Working closely with the project delivery team to support successful outcomes Excellent communication and negotiation skills Ability to commute to central Birmingham five days per week

Desirable

Experience leading commercial teams on major projects Professional membership or working towards chartership (RICS, ICES, or equivalent)

Benefits and Career Development

Salary range 55,000-65,000 dependent on experience PAYE or Self Employed status (if preferred) negotiable
You'll be given autonomy and trust to take ownership of your projects, while also being mentored and developed as part of a wider long-term succession plan.

About You:

Ideally degree-qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline Experience in a contracting environment across new build, refurbishment or fit-out projects Strong commercial acumen with a proactive, hands-on approach Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced environment A natural relationship builder with excellent communication skills

Interested?

If you're ready to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career with a forward-thinking, reputable contractor, we'd love to hear from you, please apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 55,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person