Associate Quantity Surveyor

Cityscape Consult; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in London is seeking an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor to lead complex projects and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate will have MRICS qualifications and over 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and a comprehensive benefits package, including private healthcare and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working model

Private healthcare

Pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to training resources

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
• Proven consultancy experience in managing projects.
• Experience in commercial, life sciences, and/or industrial sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and procurement of projects.
• Provide strategic cost advice from pre-acquisition to completion.
• Manage contract administration and conduct value engineering.

Skills

MRICS qualification

Project management

Construction contracts understanding

Commercial acumen

Client communication

Job description

About the Company

A forward thinking, multi‑disciplinary Construction and real estate consultancy based in London, are seeking a Project Manager to join their team. Working in Commercial and offering multi‑disciplinary services, they are well placed to capitalise on their reputation in the market. With several ongoing, long‑term projects, the successful Project Manager will be joining a company that can offer stability and strong APC support. The successful Project Manager will be joining an organisation who offer a full construction consultancy service in a cohesive, problem‑solving manner.

About the role

As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will lead complex projects, manage client relationships, and mentor junior team members while helping drive commercial performance. This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in high‑value schemes across sectors such as commercial, mixed‑use, industrial, and life sciences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the cost planning, procurement, and commercial management of projects
• Provide strategic cost advice from pre‑acquisition to completion
• Manage contract administration and conduct value engineering reviews
• Oversee post‑contract cost control and reporting
• Support client development and contribute to bids and business growth
• Mentor and support junior QS staff within the team

About the requirements

• MRICS‑qualified with 5+ years of relevant PQE
• Proven consultancy experience managing medium to large‑scale projects
• Excellent understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT, NEC)
• Strong commercial acumen and leadership skills
• Confident communicator with a client‑first approach
• Experience across sectors such as commercial, life sciences, industrial, or public realm is an advantage

About the salary

• Competitive salary and discretionary bonus
• Clear pathway to progression within a global platform
• Hybrid/flexible working model
• Private healthcare, pension, and comprehensive benefits package
• Access to market‑leading training and development resources
• Opportunity to work on landmark projects alongside industry leaders

To Apply

If you are a Consultancy based Project Manager or Quantity Surveyor of any level and seeking a new role, please contact Ilaria Ferrentino at Cityscape. I will be in touch to discuss the role further once I have had a chance to review your details.