Associate Quantity Surveyor

Kenton Black; Trafford; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading quantity surveying firm is searching for an Associate Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to manage a small team in Manchester. The role involves providing strategic oversight and supporting business development within a well-established firm. Candidates should have strong leadership qualities and a desire to grow the division with exposure to significant projects. Additional benefits are included, along with a competitive salary range of £65,000-£75,000.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Additional benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced PQS professional ready for an Associate or Associate+ role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team.
• Ambition to grow a division and deliver on high-profile projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and grow a small QS team of 4 based in Manchester.
• Provide strategic oversight across the QS business.
• Support business development efforts.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Cost Management

Team Management

Business Development

Job description

Job Title: Associate Quantity Surveyor (PQS)
Location: Manchester (flexible hybrid working)
Salary: £65,000-£75,000 + additional benefits

The Role

• Lead, manage and grow a small QS team of 4 based in Manchester.
• Provide strategic oversight across the wider business to develop the QS business within a well-established (over 20 years in the North West) design and construction consultancy.
• Confirm key appointments and strengthen the team structure.
• Support business development — work winning experience is a bonus, but not essential.

Key Projects

• High-rise co-living scheme (Multimillion £ development 500+ units)
• Build-to-Rent scheme (Multimillion £ development 400+ units)
• Major flagship regeneration projects across 2 major North West cities.

Cost Management and Project & Development Management services

The Associate Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for aligning resource management and providing first-class Cost Management and Project & Development Management services, across their impressive range of private and public sector clients; Residential, Commercial, Leisure, Hotels, Industrial, Retail, Education, Public Sector, Health & Care, Infrastructure, and Sports & Leisure.

Key Services

• Feasibility Studies
• Cost Modelling
• Cost Planning
• Procurement & Contract Advice
• Tender Documentation
• Change Control
• Post Contract Cost Management
• Final Account Negotiation & Settlement
• Employers Agent
• Value Management
• Risk Management
• Peer Review / Due Diligence
• Fund Monitoring
• Reinstatement Cost Assessments

What We're Looking For

• Experienced PQS professional ready for an Associate or Associate+ role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage a team.
• Ambition to grow a division and deliver on high-profile projects.

If you are looking for a leadership PQS role within a well-established business that offers exposure to landmark schemes across Manchester, Leeds, and Liverpool click apply now! (url removed)