Associate Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Construction & Property Consultancy is seeking an Associate Quantity Surveyor for their Cardiff office. The successful candidate will lead a talented team, manage public and private sector projects, and have opportunities for career progression to Director level. Offering a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and hybrid work options, this role is ideal for a senior QS eager to shape a regional office's future.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

26 days leave + bank holidays

Pension

Professional Membership Fees Paid

Progression to Director

Choice of other benefits

Qualifications

• Confident leadership role with a hands-on approach.
• Experience in Quantity Surveying and project management desired.
• Based in Cardiff with regional travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow a team of Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers.
• Develop new business and mentor team members.
• Contribute to strategic consultancy vision and project delivery.

Skills

Business development

Team leadership

Client management

Communication

Education

MRICS

Quantity Surveying background

Job description

An established and progressive Construction & Property Consultancy is looking for a confident Associate Quantity Surveyor to take a leading role in the growth and management of their Cardiff office.

The Associate Quantity Surveyor Role

The successful Associate Quantity Surveyor will take charge of a small but talented team of Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, operating across a wide range of public and private sector projects throughout Wales and the South West.

The Cardiff team, currently 4 strong, is well-established in delivery but now needs a regional lead – a client-facing Associate Quantity Surveyor who can develop new business, mentor the team, and contribute strategically to the consultancy’s wider vision. There’s a clear path for the right individual to progress to Director level in the near future.

This is an ideal role for a Senior or Associate level QS who thrives in a hands-on leadership role and is eager to build a team and shape a regional office. You’ll work closely with colleagues across the wider business, particularly with the Worcester office, and help secure and deliver projects in sectors such as Commercial, Education, Residential, Healthcare, Leisure (sports halls, gyms, swimming pools), Arts (cinemas, theatres), and Heritage/Ecclesiastical (churches, cathedrals).

The Associate Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

• MRICS ideally or currently working towards
• Strong Quantity Surveying background in a UK Consultancy / PQS firm
• Project Management or Employers Agent experience is highly desirable but not crucial
• Able to contribute to business development & work winning
• Based in or around Cardiff, with regional travel as needed

In Return?

• £70,000 – £80,000
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 26 days leave + bank holidays
• Pension
• Professional Membership Fees Paid
• Progression to Director
• Chance to lead and grow a team
• Choice of other benefits

If you are a Quantity Surveyor looking for a fresh and exciting challenge, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

Ref: 20328A

Associate Quantity Surveyor / Associate Cost Consultant / MRICS / Senior QS / Cardiff / Quantity Surveying / Employer’s Agent / Project Management / Director Designate