17 building contractor jobs found in Birmingham

Role:  Registered Building Inspector (L2A+) Location:  Birmingham, West Midlands  Job Type:  Permanent Overview Are you a Registered Building Inspector (Level 2A or above) looking for a genuinely rare opportunity in the Birmingham area ? We’re currently working with one of our most well-regarded clients – a respected building control  approver  known for market-leading staff retention and a stable, supportive team. This opportunity offers a steady, well-managed workload, primarily focused on domestic schemes, with future development potential into more complex projects and higher registration levels. What You Can Expect · Market-leading retention – A settled team with minimal turnover · Low-pressure environment – A relaxed but productive culture · Excellent admin  &  support – Strong back-office team keeps your admin to a minimum · Work-life balance – Manage your own diary with sensible...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham Assistant Quantity Surveyor - a leading privately-owned contractor is searching for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work on prestigious design and build projects across the West Midlands region. Why Apply: Our client is one of the UK's fastest growing construction groups, they have a track record of delivering award-winning student accommodation, apartment developments, and retirement living projects ranging from 10m - 80m. They have recently secured several awards including 'Best Main Contractor to Work With' and voted as one of the 'Best Places to Work in the UK'. They are a progressive and forward-thinking business which focuses on developing relationships with key clients - they are people orientated and encourage the team to influence positive change to process and procedures. They have a strategic growth plan in place...

Quantity Surveyor - Birmingham Quantity Surveyor - a leading privately-owned contractor is searching for an Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an Quantity Surveyor to work on prestigious design and build projects across the West Midlands region. Why Apply: Our client is one of the UK's fastest growing construction groups, they have a track record of delivering award-winning student accommodation, apartment developments, and retirement living projects ranging from 10m - 80m. They have recently secured several awards including 'Best Main Contractor to Work With' and voted as one of the 'Best Places to Work in the UK'. They are a progressive and forward-thinking business which focuses on developing relationships with key clients - they are people orientated and encourage the team to influence positive change to process and procedures. They have a strategic growth plan in place to increase turnover over the next 5...

Quantity Surveyor Willmott Dixon currently have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Project Surveyor to work on projects within our West Midlands area. We deliver projects between 10-100 million pounds across multiple sectors such including MOD, healthcare, blue light and education, so no two projects are the same! The role of a Quantity Surveyor is to provide commercial support on projects to ensure that it is procured, delivered within budget and to the highest quality whilst exceeding our customers' expectations. You will be responsible for the delivery of the project to meet its financial targets. You need to demonstrate a good working knowledge of contract conditions and procurement of packages of works as well as management of project risks. You will also have good communication skills with the ability to nurture productive relationships with both the supply chain and customers. Responsibilities: Ensure projects are delivered within budget and to the highest...

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - Hybrid Our client is a well-established and growing M&E contractor delivering rail and electrical infrastructure projects across the UK. Due to continued project wins and strategic growth, they are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to strengthen their commercial leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven professional who not only understands the technical and contractual demands of M&E and rail environments, but who also excels at building strong, lasting relationships with clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders. The Role Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will take full responsibility for the commercial management of multiple M&E and rail-related electrical projects from contract award through to final account. You will play a pivotal role in protecting margin, managing contractual risk and supporting...

We are working with a leading organisation in the built environment sector to appoint a Lead Fire Engineer. This is a permanent senior-level position offering national project exposure, flexible working and the opportunity to influence fire safety delivery across a wide portfolio of regeneration, retrofit and new build programmes. The successful individual will lead on the development of fire strategies, provide technical input across multi-disciplinary teams and ensure that fire safety is embedded throughout the design and construction process. The role is suited to someone with strong technical credibility and the ability to operate independently while contributing to wider project and business goals. Key responsibilities Lead the development of project-specific fire strategies across all RIBA design stages, ensuring alignment with UK Building Regulations, BS 9999, BS 7974 and other relevant guidance Provide specialist input on active and passive fire protection,...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quantity Survey with adaptation experience working for a prestigious company in Birmingham. Quantity Survey Salary: Circa 50K per annum plus 5K car allowance Company Benefits 25 holiday days plus Bank Holidays 5K car allowance Health assured scheme Company pension Company Events Dress down Friday's Professional development and training opportunities Access to Bright Exchange for discounted retail and membership schemes. The role would be suitable for an experienced QS looking for a position working with home adaptations and familiar with working with local government. About the role: The Quantity Surveyor will provide professional cost management, commercial oversight, and contract administration for Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) projects. The role ensures value for money, financial control, timely project delivery, and compliance with contractual obligations, supporting...

The Business A well-established, privately owned main contractor with a strong and growing presence across the Midlands. They deliver schemes across industrial & logistics, commercial, data centres, and retail - typically ranging from £10m to £100m+ in value. This is a business with a healthy forward order book, a fantastic senior team, and a reputation for delivering quality work for repeat clients. They're expanding their civils capability and this is a newly created role as a result of that growth. The Role As Senior QS you'll take full commercial ownership of groundworks and civils packages from pre-construction through to final account. Day to day that includes: Upfront commercial support to the estimating team including bill of quantities creation and supply chain engagement Procurement and vetting of groundworks and civils subcontractors, including tender analysis and negotiation Commercial management of specialist groundworks packages of significant...

Clerk of Works - Passive Fire , Company Information A well-established independent construction and property consultancy is seeking an experienced Clerk of Works with expertise in Passive Fire Protection to join their growing quality inspection team. The business operates across a wide range of sectors including residential, public sector, education and commercial projects, providing technical advisory, inspection and consultancy services to clients nationwide. With an increasing focus on building safety, fire compliance and remediation programmes, the consultancy is expanding its specialist inspection capability and is now looking to appoint a knowledgeable Clerk of Works to support projects where passive fire protection quality assurance is critical. Clerk of Works Passive Fire Role Overview / Responsibilities As a Clerk of Works specialising in Passive Fire, you will act as the client's representative on site, ensuring that passive fire protection systems are installed...

Chartered Building Surveyor - Full-time/ Permanent Birmingham Description An excellent opportunity for a Chartered/Senior Building Surveyor to become part of the growing building surveying team in the Birmingham office working on a wide and varied range of building surveying disciplines in a commercial environment. This client has an enviable and national client base including The Crown Estate, Aviva, Legal & General and M&G among others. You will have the opportunity to gain more autonomy, build client relationships and have the potential to specialise in a chosen area as you progress through your career. You will be part of a flexible and very supportive environment with great opportunities for career progression. Key accountabilities Primarily working within the commercial sector undertaking a wide range of building surveying, but not limited to: 1.0 Contract administration 2.0 Technical Due Diligence 3.0 Dilapidations 4.0 Building...

Senior Building Surveyor Location: Manchester or Birmingham (City Centre) Salary: £60,000 £70,000 per annum + benefits We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing multi-disciplinary property consultancy seeking a Senior Building Surveyor to join their expanding Building Surveying team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected consultancy delivering a broad range of commercial, residential and building safety projects across the UK. The successful candidate will be based in the city centre, working within a supportive and collaborative regional team while also engaging with colleagues across a wider national surveying department. The organisation has developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality technical advice and practical solutions across complex projects, offering an environment where surveyors can gain varied exposure while continuing to develop professionally. The Role The successful candidate will work across a...

Senior Structural Engineer Birmingham Full-time Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you an experienced Senior Structural Engineer looking to take the next step with a well-established and respected consultancy in Birmingham? Our client is a long-standing, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality structural solutions across residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and industrial sectors. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured projects, we are seeking a talented Senior Structural Engineer to join our Birmingham office. The Role As a Senior Structural Engineer , you will lead the design and delivery of a wide range of building structures projects, from concept through to completion. You will manage your own projects, oversee junior engineers and technicians, and maintain close relationships with clients and design teams. Key responsibilities include: Structural analysis and design in steel,...

Quantity Surveyor Start: ASAP Duration: 6 Months Rate: From £45 per hour (Inside IR35) Onsite: 5 days a week for site visits & office presence Responsibilities: Prepare contract documents including Tenders, Bills of Quantities, Work Schedules, Specifications, and Schedule of Rates Procure goods, services, and works contracts, including participation in tender evaluations and reporting outcomes Undertake site measurements and valuation of works, preparing payment notifications and associated documentation Prepare and agree costs for variations and non-standard items of work Analyse and agree claims and final accounts Produce accurate financial reports for projects and contracts Maintain up-to-date knowledge of standard methods of measurement and standard forms of contracts Assess, collate, and present leaseholder contributions and service charges, conducting reviews where required Assist and prepare any relevant returns associated with Government or...

A new Project Management role with a leading Building Consultancy based in Birmingham. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to join this highly successful and dynamic team in the city centre. You will be working closely with one of the Directors on a large programme of works for a nationwide leisure client with around 3-5 projects running concurrently at various stages ranging from a few hundred thousands upwards. The successful candidate will be chairing project meetings and agreeing the scope of works with the client, you will agree the specifications with framework contractors and manage the project acting as client liaison throughout to snagging / completion and handover. As this is a national chain there will be travel to sites across the country and there may also be the occasional overnight stay as appropriate. Whilst you will have the support of the team and director this is largely an autonomous role and does require an experienced Project Manager able to...

Building Control Surveyor, Interim, Local Authority, Up to £55 per hour, Hybrid Working, BSR Building Control SurveyorLocation: Midlands (Hybrid Working Available) Contract: Interim until December 2025 Rate: Up to £55 per hour (Umbrella) One of my large local authority clients in the Midlands is seeking experienced Building Control professionals to provide short-term support to its statutory Building Control functions. This is a hands-on inspection-focused role, ideal for Registered Building Inspectors (Class 2A or above) who can operate independently under BSR guidelines. Key Responsibilities: Undertake daily site inspections (typically 4-6 per day) to assess compliance with Building Regulations and associated legislation. Accurately document and record inspection findings in a timely and professional manner. Provide pre-application and general advice to clients on building matters. Carry out enforcement duties, including evidence collection, report preparation, and...

Senior Quantity Surveyor We are currently looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our highly regarded Construction Midlands division, working on mid to large-scale commercial construction projects in Birmingham and the surrounding region. As the successful candidate, you will take ownership of commercial delivery across various projects from feasibility to completion. You will need strong contractual knowledge to provide commercial control of work packages throughout the project lifecycle whilst reporting accurately. At Willmott Dixon, we value our supply chain partners as part of our extended team. To succeed in this role, you must be an effective communicator, relationship-builder, and adaptable team player, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Provide commercial expertise to help plan the successful delivery of the project, ensuring the project is procured and delivered within budget. Where appropriate, take the lead and support the...

Chartered/Senior Building Surveyor Birmingham, Dublin Thomas Search are working on behalf of an independent consultancy to appoint an experienced Senior Building Surveyor into their growing and successful engineering teams. You will join a friendly, collaborative, and growing team within a leading multi-disciplinary property consultancy. This role offers real autonomy, client exposure, and career progression with the flexibility to develop specialist expertise as you grow. The Role We're seeking, ideally, a chartered Senior Building Surveyor, with proven exposure on a range of varied building surveying disciplines in a commercial environment. What You'll Do General surveying on a variety of commercial surveying projects across different sectors Oversee and manage contracts from inception through to completion Carry out pre-acquisition and technical due diligence assessments Advise on and negotiate dilapidations matters for both landlords and...