Associate Quantity Surveyor

Maxim Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Bike to work scheme

Job summary

A reputable cost consultancy in Bristol is seeking an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor to lead private sector projects. The role offers strong autonomy, with responsibilities including delivery of consultancy services, networking for new clients, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in project management, strong knowledge of the local construction market, and excellent communication skills. The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience in quantity surveying.
• Ambitious and commercially aware with senior level responsibility.
• Strong client-facing consultancy experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality cost consultancy services to clients.
• Lead projects independently and act as primary client contact.
• Network to grow local client base and professional contacts.
• Manage fees, project budgets, and commercial performance.
• Support and mentor junior team members.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members as the team expands.

Skills

Leadership in project management

Client relationship management

Business development

Understanding of Bristol construction market

South West market knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

At least 5 years post-qualification experience

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an MRICS-qualified Associate Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and expanding cost consultancy in Bristol. This senior-level quantity surveyor job offers strong autonomy, private sector project exposure, and the chance to help establish and grow a new QS team across the South West.

The successful Associate Quantity Surveyor will be involved in delivering a range of private sector construction projects across Bristol and the wider South West. Projects include commercial, residential, mixed-use and industrial developments, providing full cost management and project management services from inception through to completion.

Responsibilities and Duties

This is a senior, client-facing quantity surveying job in Bristol with responsibility for both delivery and business growth.

Duties will include:

• Delivering high-quality cost consultancy and quantity surveying services to private sector clients
• Leading projects independently and acting as the primary client contact
• Networking and business development to grow a local client and professional contact base
• Contributing to turnover, profitability and achievement of agreed business targets
• Managing fees, project budgets and commercial performance
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members as the team expands

Desired Skills and Experience

The employer is seeking an ambitious and commercially aware Associate Quantity Surveyor who is comfortable operating at a senior level.

Ideal experience includes:

• Proven experience leading private sector construction projects
• Strong knowledge of the Bristol and South West construction market
• Client-facing consultancy experience within cost management or quantity surveying
• Business development skills with an established professional network
• Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a growing team

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• At least 5 years post-qualification experience
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline

Employing Company Overview and Profile

Maxim Recruitment is acting as the recruitment consultancy for this vacancy on behalf of a well-regarded independent construction consultancy.

The employer provides professional cost management, quantity surveying and project management services to private sector clients and is experiencing sustained growth in the South West.

With a collaborative culture and strong leadership, the business offers genuine career progression, autonomy, and the opportunity to play a key role in shaping a regional team.

A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience
• 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme / bike to work scheme

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)