Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Brandon James Ltd
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • 16/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

A highly respected, multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their established Leeds office. This is an excellent opportunity for a career-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role on high-profile projects across West Yorkshire.

With a strong national presence and an excellent reputation for delivering cost management and commercial advisory services, this consultancy works across sectors including commercial offices, residential, industrial sheds, education and mixed-use developments.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for delivering full pre- and post-contract cost management services across a varied project portfolio. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of projects from feasibility through to final account, while supporting junior team members and maintaining strong client relationships.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Cost planning and estimating
  • Tender preparation and procurement advice
  • Contract administration (JCT)
  • Valuations, variations and final accounts
  • Risk management and value engineering
  • Client-facing reporting and stakeholder management

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in mentoring Assistant and Project Quantity Surveyors, contributing to the continued growth of the Leeds team.

Requirements

To be considered for this Senior Quantity Surveyor position, candidates should have:

  • Proven experience operating as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy environment
  • A degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
  • MRICS status (or working towards chartership)
  • Strong knowledge of JCT contracts
  • Experience delivering commercial, residential or industrial shed projects
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills

What's in it for you?

  • £50,000 - £65,000+
  • 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Hybrid working
  • Generous Pension Plan
  • Life assurance
  • Mobile and Laptop
  • Car allowance
  • Regular socials
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Supportive culture
  • Flexible working conditions
  • Great work-life balance
  • Income protection
  • Internal training programmes
  • Death in Service contribution
  • Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

Reference

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