Quantity Surveyor

Quantity Surveyor - Chichester (Hybrid Working) 40k - 65k DOE Defence Sector Projects International Project Exposure

Bennett & Game are currently representing a specialist Main Contractor based near Chichester who are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an exclusive opportunity being managed by Bennett & Game Recruitment, working with a contractor that delivers technically complex construction projects across the UK and internationally within secure and defence-related sectors.

The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects typically ranging from 250k to 8m, working with long-term clients across the defence and infrastructure sectors.

The position offers a hybrid working structure with typically 2-3 days per week based in the Chichester office, making the role suitable for candidates located across Brighton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Guildford and surrounding areas.

While the role is primarily UK-based, the business also delivers projects across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Caribbean. The successful candidate will have the option to spend approximately 2-4 weeks per year supporting international projects, although the role can remain entirely UK-based if preferred.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to step up or an intermediate Quantity Surveyor seeking greater project ownership, working closely with the Commercial Manager and supported by an Assistant QS.

Exclusive role managed by Bennett & Game Recruitment
Opportunity to work on secure and defence sector projects with a strong pipeline of work
Hybrid working with flexibility around office attendance
Optional international project exposure across multiple global locations
Clear progression within a supportive and close-knit commercial team
Opportunity to manage projects from tender through to completion

Salary: 40k - 65k DOE
Car allowance
Private medical cover and healthcare
Bonus scheme
APC / CIOB / RICS support
Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days per week in the Chichester office)
Optional international project travel
Pension scheme
EV car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
22 days holiday plus bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
37.5-hour working week (Monday - Friday)

Manage the commercial process from tender stage through to final account
Deliver projects within the defence and secure infrastructure sectors valued between 250k and 8m
Office base in Chichester with regular site visits across the South of England
Work closely with the Commercial Manager and wider delivery team
Manage subcontractor procurement, variations, valuations and cost control
Potential opportunity to support international projects if desired

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
Minimum 3 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying role (or experienced AQS looking to step up)
Experience within construction, refurbishment or defence-related projects beneficial
Familiarity with NRM1 beneficial but not essential
Must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance for defence-related projects
Full UK driving licence
Professional, organised and confident managing commercial responsibilities

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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