Executive Quantity Surveyor

Executive Quantity Surveyor – Infrastructure 

Location: Birmingham (Hybrid)   Full Time / Permanent

About this opportunity

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work, with our people at the heart of everything we do.

Gleeds Infrastructure specialise in delivering projects worldwide with extensive experience in the Rail, Water & Utilities, Aviation, and Transportation & Highway sectors. Our goal is to deliver Infrastructure that leaves a positive, lasting legacy when well-integrated into the physical, human, and economic environment. Whether it’s a rail link, wind farm, or flood defence barrier, the goal is to create tangible benefits for individuals, communities, and economies.

What you’ll be doing:

As an Executive Quantity Surveyor at Gleeds, you’ll play a key role in the delivery and commercial success of major Infrastructure programmes. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading commercial management of nuclear infrastructure projects from inception to completion
• Developing procurement strategies and managing contracts (NEC3/4) to ensure value and compliance
• Managing cost planning, forecasting, and reporting for high-value works
• Overseeing risk, change control, and commercial governance
• Collaborating with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver best-in-class outcomes
• Providing leadership and mentoring to junior commercial staff

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Managing Quantity Surveyor on major infrastructure projects - sector experience is essential
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and UK construction law
• Excellent commercial acumen, communication skills, and client-facing experience
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• MRICS (or working toward chartership - support provided)

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment. 

Gleeds is committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We uphold the principles of Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) and embrace the diversity of our teams. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide support, flexibility, and accessibility for all. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected]

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status or gender.

We recognise the importance of work/life balance and agree flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.