Associate Quantity Surveyor

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

Benefits offered by this job

£70,000 – £80,000+

28 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

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd in Glasgow is seeking an Associate Quantity Surveyor to lead key projects and help grow the office with a clear path to Director. You will manage client relationships, oversee cost management, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with senior management on strategy.

This role offers a competitive package, hybrid working, and a proven track record of career progression within a supportive consultancy environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related construction discipline.
• MRICS or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong consultancy / PQS experience.
• Experience managing projects and client relationships independently.

Responsibilities

• Leading cost management services from feasibility through to final account.
• Managing key client relationships and acting as trusted commercial adviser.
• Preparing cost plans, tender documentation and procurement strategies.
• Overseeing valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Managing and reviewing the work of junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Supporting business development and identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Communication

Commercial awareness

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS or equivalent

Job description

Associate Quantity Surveyor

Glasgow

An established and respected construction consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their Glasgow office. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor who is ready to take on a senior leadership role, with a clear and structured route towards Director.

The successful Associate Quantity Surveyor will play an important part in the continued growth of the Glasgow team, managing key client relationships, overseeing project delivery and supporting the development of junior staff. This role would suit an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor who enjoys both project delivery and the commercial side of consultancy work.

The Role

As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for leading projects across a varied portfolio while helping to grow and strengthen the consultancy’s presence in Glasgow. Duties will include:

• Leading cost management services from feasibility through to final account
• Managing key client relationships and acting as a trusted commercial adviser
• Preparing cost plans, tender documentation and procurement strategies
• Overseeing valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts
• Managing and reviewing the work of junior Quantity Surveyors
• Supporting business development and identifying new opportunities
• Assisting with team growth, recruitment and mentoring
• Working closely with senior management on the development of the Glasgow office

The Associate Quantity Surveyor will be given increasing responsibility for clients, team management and business development, providing a genuine platform for progression.

Experience Required

The successful Associate Quantity Surveyor should have:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
• Chartered status with the RICS (MRICS) or equivalent relevant professional qualification
• Strong consultancy / PQS experience
• Experience managing projects and client relationships independently
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and cost management
• Experience mentoring or managing junior staff
• Strong commercial awareness and communication skills

What’s on Offer

This Associate Quantity Surveyor position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, alongside a clear route to Director for the right individual.

The successful candidate will join a well-established consultancy with a strong pipeline of work, an experienced local team and genuine scope to influence the future growth of the Glasgow office.

For an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor looking for greater responsibility and a defined path to Director, this is an excellent long-term career opportunity.

What’s in it for you?

• £70,000 – £80,000+
• 28 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