Associate Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham

Job description

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working)

Sector: Industrial / Commercial Development

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance

About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Construction Cost and Project Management Consultancy in Birmingham. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering large-scale industrial projects on behalf of commercial developers, supporting both pre- and post-contract activities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QS who enjoys working in a client-facing capacity, leading project delivery, and mentoring junior staff, whilst helping to grow and strengthen the consultancy’s industrial portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services across multiple industrial and commercial projects from inception to completion.
• Deliver pre- and post-contract services including feasibility studies, cost planning, tender documentation, and contract administration.
• Manage procurement strategies, tender analysis, and contractor negotiations.
• Oversee financial reporting, cash flow forecasting, valuations, change management, and final account settlements.
• Provide strategic cost advice to commercial developer clients, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and to the highest standard.
• Act as the main client interface, building and maintaining long-term relationships with key stakeholders.
• Support business development by contributing to bids, proposals, and networking.
• Mentor and manage junior members of the QS team, supporting their professional development (including APC support).

Key Requirements

• MRICS qualified (Chartered Quantity Surveyor) with strong cost management consultancy experience.
• Proven track record working on large-scale industrial, logistics, or commercial development projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts (NEC, JCT) and cost management processes.
• Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills with a commercial mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently when required.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Proficient in cost management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package plus performance-related bonus.
• Hybrid working model (office, site, and remote).
• Opportunity to lead major projects with blue-chip commercial developer clients.
• Structured career progression with potential to move into Director-level roles.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English