City, Birmingham
James & Partners
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager
Birmingham
Up to 55,000 + Excellent Benefits
A highly regarded international property and construction consultancy is seeking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager to join its growing Birmingham office.
With an established presence across the UK and Europe, the business has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality real estate, cost consultancy and project delivery services to occupiers, investors and developers across a diverse range of sectors. This opportunity offers the chance to join a well-respected multidisciplinary consultancy with an excellent pipeline of work and genuine long-term career progression.
The successful candidate will become part of an established Building Consultancy and Cost Management team delivering schemes across commercial offices, industrial and logistics, residential, mixed-use and student accommodation developments, with project values typically ranging up to 20m.
This role would suit an ambitious Quantity Surveyor or Cost Manager with consultancy or client-side experience looking to further develop their career within a collaborative environment offering exposure to Cost Management, Project Management and Employer’s Agent responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities:
Delivering projects from feasibility stage through to completion
Preparing cost plans, estimates and development appraisals
Advising clients on procurement routes and contract strategy
Managing tender processes and contract documentation
Contract Administration and Employer’s Agent duties
Cost reporting, valuations, variations and final account negotiation
Monitoring programme, commercial performance and project risk
Leading meetings with clients, consultants and contractors
Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships
Candidate Requirements:
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
Consultancy or client-side Quantity Surveying / Cost Management experience
Strong pre and post contract knowledge
Excellent commercial awareness and communication skills
Experience administering construction contracts
MRICS qualified or working towards chartership preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office and industry software such as CostX
The business offers a highly professional and supportive working environment, exposure to high-profile projects and the opportunity to join a growing team within a respected international consultancy platform.
Package & Benefits
Competitive salary up to 55,000
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
Structured career progression within a growing consultancy team
Exposure to high-profile commercial, industrial and residential projects
Professional development and chartership support
Private medical cover
Enhanced pension contribution scheme
Life assurance and income protection
Annual health screening options
Additional holiday purchase scheme
Employee wellbeing and mental health support
Discounted gym membership scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Employee retail and lifestyle discounts
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Modern Birmingham office environment
Opportunity to work within a respected international consultancy platform
For a confidential discussion, please contact me directly or send your CV in confidence.
