Senior/Associate Quantity Surveyor

  • Brandon James
  • 06/01/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Building Surveyor/Senior/Associate Project Manager Management Property

Job Description

A well-established, independent property and construction consultancy is seeking a confident and driven Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing cost management team based in Central London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional looking to take the next step in their career, working on a diverse range of UK projects including residential developments, mixed-use schemes, healthcare, education, and commercial fit-outs.

The Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor Role

The successful Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor will be joining a collaborative team within a multidisciplinary consultancy renowned for delivering tailored cost, project, and development management services across both the public and private sectors.

The Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing projects from feasibility through to completion, leading client meetings, supporting junior surveyors, and playing a key role in business development activities. This role would suit someone looking to take on greater leadership and responsibility while working in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver full pre and post-contract Quantity Surveying services
  • Prepare detailed cost plans, tender documents, and procurement strategies
  • Manage tender processes and oversee contractor selection
  • Administer contracts, manage change control and track variations
  • Provide accurate cost reporting and budget management throughout the project lifecycle
  • Offer strategic cost advice, value engineering, and risk management support
  • Support APC candidates and contribute to internal training initiatives
  • Actively engage in client development and work-winning activities

Requirements:

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
  • Chartered (MRICS) or nearing chartership
  • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, ideally with exposure to Associate-level responsibilities
  • Strong commercial awareness and contract knowledge (JCT, NEC)
  • Experience across sectors such as residential, education, healthcare, and commercial
  • Excellent client-facing and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to lead and mentor junior team members

In Return:

  • 70,000 - 80,000 per annum
  • Hybrid working (2-3 days in office)
  • 33 days annual leave
  • 9-day fortnight working pattern
  • Private medical cover
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Performance-related bonus
  • CPD and professional membership support
  • Social and wellbeing events throughout the year

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Reference

Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager / Project Management / Employers Agent / Surveying / Construction / Building Surveyor / MRICS / MICOB / MAPM / FRICS / Contract Administration / Associate Director / Construction Consultancy