Associate Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Great Abington; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-performing consultancy in the UK is seeking an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor to lead various projects and drive forward the Cambridge office. The ideal candidate will have an MRICS qualification, a strong construction background, and a track record of successful project delivery. This role offers autonomy, high-profile projects, and a genuine route to leadership within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Company Car / Car Allowance

Bonus

Company Phone & Laptop

Private Health Care

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong Quantity Surveying background in a UK Construction Consultancy.
• Solid Pre and Post Contract Experience.
• Track record of delivering projects across real estate sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple schemes across commercial and industrial sectors.
• Oversee project delivery from feasibility to completion.
• Mentor junior staff and help grow the business.

Skills

Leading projects from inception to completion

Commercial awareness

Client-facing skills

Team management

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Overview

A high-performing, independent Property & Construction Consultancy is seeking an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor to help drive its Cambridge office forward. This is a standout opportunity for a proven Associate Quantity Surveyor or a strong Senior QS ready to step up, joining a business that offers autonomy, high-profile projects, and a genuine route to leadership.

This consultancy is built by Quantity Surveyors who understand what motivates professionals in the industry - interesting work, proper responsibility, and a supportive team culture that rewards initiative.

Role

As Associate Quantity Surveyor, you'll lead multiple schemes across commercial, industrial, fit-out, and refurbishment sectors - from warehouse developments to high-spec office fit-outs and major refurbs. You'll oversee project delivery from early feasibility through to completion, managing key clients, mentoring junior staff, and helping grow the business locally. This is a strategic role with real influence - perfect for an Associate Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term leadership path.

Requirements

• MRICS is a must
• Strong Quantity Surveying background in a UK Construction Consultancy
• A successful track record leading projects from inception to completion
• Solid Pre and Post Contract Experience
• Commercial awareness and confident client-facing skills
• Track record of delivering projects across real estate sectors
• Interest in team management & business development long term

In Return

• £80,000 - £90,000
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Bonus
• Company Phone & Laptop
• Personal Accident Cover, Private Health Care, Life Assurance
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 1x day annual leave for charity day & 1x day for annual wellbeing day
• Pension scheme
• Season ticket loan

If you're an Associate Quantity Surveyor ready to lead, influence and grow in a business that puts people and quality first - contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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Associate Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveying / MRICS / Cambridge / Associate Cost Manager / Consultancy / Associate Cost Consultant