Associate Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Woking; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable consultancy in Surrey is seeking an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This client-facing role involves leading cost management on various projects ranging from £5m to £100m. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both pre and post contract delivery, alongside leadership skills. The position offers a salary of £70,000 to £85,000, hybrid working options, and a pathway to Director-level. Excellent communication skills and MRICS status are essential.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Pension

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Defined route to Director-level progression

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a UK consultancy setting.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of both pre and post contract stages.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services across multiple projects.
• Manage client relationships and act as main commercial contact.
• Produce cost plans, tender documents, evaluations and contract reports.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Communication

Cost management

Team support

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or RICS-accredited subject

MRICS chartered or working towards

Job description

A well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering complex commercial, residential and public sector projects is seeking an Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Surrey. This is a client-facing role suited to a confident and experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor who thrives in a consultancy environment and is ready to take a lead role on major developments across the South East.

This opportunity would suit an Associate Quantity Surveyor with a proven track record in pre and post contract delivery, team leadership and client management. You’ll be working across a broad range of project types, including residential, education, healthcare and commercial developments, with values typically ranging from £5m-£100m.

As an Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will oversee a small team of surveyors and play a key role in business development, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors and design teams. This role offers a clear path to Director level for the right individual.

Associate Quantity Surveyor – Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services across multiple projects
• Manage client relationships and act as main commercial contact
• Oversee and support junior quantity surveyors and APC candidates
• Produce cost plans, tender documents, evaluations and contract reports
• Attend site visits, project meetings and client presentations
• Ensure commercial processes are delivered to the highest standard

Associate Quantity Surveyor – Candidate Requirements

• Extensive experience as a Quantity Surveyor in a UK consultancy setting
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a RICS-accredited subject
• MRICS chartered (or working towards)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities
• In-depth knowledge of both pre and post contract stages

In Return

• Salary of £70,000 – £85,000 (dependent on experience)
• Generous holiday allowance and pension
• Hybrid working options
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Defined route to Director-level progression

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor to step into a senior role within a well-regarded consultancy, with excellent career development potential and a strong project pipeline across the region.

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

01628 334720

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