Job Description
The Company
Our client is one of the UK s fastest-growing Civil Engineering and Infrastructure Consultancies, delivering high-profile projects across the Aviation, Transport, Energy, and Utilities sectors. Renowned for their dynamic culture and long-term client partnerships, they are a trusted delivery partner on major UK airport and aviation infrastructure frameworks, offering strong job security and genuine long-term career development.
The Opportunity
Due to significant project wins and continued expansion within the aviation infrastructure market, the company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its established and growing London-based aviation team.
This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced QS to take commercial responsibility for major airport and airside infrastructure projects, including terminal developments, runway and taxiway works, and complex aviation civils. You will play a key role in client engagement, team leadership, and commercial decision-making, with a clear pathway towards Associate and Director-level progression.
The Role
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:
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Delivering full pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services on large-scale aviation and airport infrastructure projects
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Leading the commercial management of airside, landside, and aviation civil engineering schemes
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Preparing and reviewing cost plans, procurement strategies, and risk management outputs
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Managing contracts, variations, change control, and commercial reporting
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Leading client meetings with airport authorities, operators, and Tier 1 contractors
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Supporting, mentoring, and developing junior members of the Quantity Surveying team
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Contributing to business growth, framework delivery, and client relationship development
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
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A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
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Strong consultancy / PQS experience (essential)
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Proven experience delivering aviation, airport, transport, or major infrastructure projects
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Excellent commercial awareness with strong client-facing and leadership skills
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MRICS status (preferred), or demonstrable progress towards chartership
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The ambition to progress into Associate-level roles within a growing consultancy
Why Join?
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Secure, long-term workload across major UK airport and aviation frameworks
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Clear progression route to Associate and senior leadership positions
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Market-leading reputation within aviation and infrastructure consulting
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Supportive culture with strong emphasis on mentoring and professional development
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Hybrid working and flexible arrangements available
Interested?
Apply in confidence via this advert, or contact Ben Chappell directly on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.
