Quantity Surveyor
Randstad Construction & Property · Birmingham · posted 37 days ago
Going rate £48,600UK median £52,537
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Going rate for this occupation: £48,600 · UK median pay £52,537
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- UK pay for this occupation
- This role£40,000 to £55,000stated
- Going rate£48,600
- UK median£52,537
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| Percentile | Pay |
|---|---|
| 10th | £31,960 |
| 25th | £41,465 |
| 50th | £52,537 |
| 75th | £67,203 |
| Going rate | £48,600 |
| UK median | £52,537 |
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Quantity Surveyor - Infrastructure Role Overview
The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for driving financial performance, managing risk, and overseeing commercial governance on complex infrastructure projects. Working closely with operational site teams, clients, and Joint Venture/Alliance partners, this role ensures rigorous cost control, accurate forecasting, and effective contract management under standard civil engineering contracts.
Key Responsibilities Financial Performance & Governance
Produce accurate monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), cash flow forecasts, and commercial plans across projects and business units.
Utilize Earned Value Management (EVM) and detailed cost analysis to track project profitability and expenditure.
Adhere to and refine internal governance, including JV and Alliance commercial processes where applicable.
Optimize inter-company trading and cross-entity financial alignment.
Contract & Risk Management
Administer main contracts-principally NEC and ICE forms-identifying commercial risks and mitigating financial exposure.
Prepare, submit, and agree applications for payment, variations, claims, and compensation events with clients and third parties.
Ensure full compliance with relevant statutory regulations and Construction Law.
Supply Chain & Procurement
Manage full-cycle subcontractor procurement, including package tendering, negotiation, and contract awards under compliant terms.
Oversee the subcontract measurement and control cycle, chair regular progress meetings, issue valuations/certificates, and manage accruals.
Stakeholder & Site Team Collaboration
Embed commercial best practices within site operations, advising Project Managers and site teams on cost control.
Build strong relationships with client representatives, subcontractors, and suppliers to protect project margins and hit delivery targets.
Candidate Profile Essential Requirements
Education: HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent construction management qualification).
Sector Experience: Proven commercial experience within civil engineering or major infrastructure environment.
Contract Knowledge: Practical understanding of NEC / ICE standard forms of contract and Construction Law.
Commercial Expertise: Hands-on experience in monthly CVR reporting, earned value analysis, subcontractor procurement, and variation valuation.
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