Executive/Associate Quantity Surveyor

Cityscape Recruitment; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy in Leeds is seeking an experienced Executive or Associate Quantity Surveyor. The role involves managing cost on high-profile residential developments and providing strategic advice throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have solid commercial experience, preferably in the residential sector. The position offers competitive salary, flexible working options, and a clear progression pathway.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible and hybrid working options

Clear progression pathway

Qualifications

• Proven consultancy experience, ideally within a large or multidisciplinary firm.
• Strong sector knowledge of Build to Rent and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation projects.
• A proactive, collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services on high-profile residential developments.
• Provide strategic cost advice from feasibility to completion.
• Manage client relationships and represent the consultancy.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Commercial awareness

Mentoring and developing junior staff

Education

MRICS qualification or working towards chartership

Job description

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Executive/Associate Quantity Surveyor, Leeds

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Client:

Cityscape Recruitment

Location:

Leeds, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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ABOUT THE ROLE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive or Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Leeds office. This role is well-suited to someone with solid commercial experience—ideally within a large consultancy environment—and a strong track record in the residential sector, particularly across Build to Rent (BtR) and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost management services on high-profile residential developments
• Provide strategic cost advice from early-stage feasibility through to project completion
• Manage client relationships and represent the consultancy at a senior level
• Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and design consultants
• Mentor and develop junior staff, contributing to team growth and capability
• Support business development and contribute to bid and proposal work

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven consultancy experience, ideally within a large or multidisciplinary firm
• Strong sector knowledge of BtR and PBSA projects
• Excellent client-facing skills and the ability to lead complex projects
• MRICS qualified or working towards chartership (preferred but not essential)
• A proactive, collaborative approach with strong commercial awareness

REWARDS AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Clear progression pathway within a growing regional office
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, city-shaping residential schemes