Monitoring Surveyor

Maxim Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in Bristol is seeking a Monitoring Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor with fund monitoring experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering project monitoring services on live construction projects, focusing on cost control and project progress. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of construction principles and the MRICS qualification or be actively working towards it. This position offers a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of project management principles.
• 1-2 years post-qualification experience preferred.
• Excellent writing and reporting skills for lender communication.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project monitoring and lender monitoring services.
• Conduct regular site visits and prepare progress reports.
• Review management accounts and cashflow forecasts.
• Anticipate final construction costs and identify budget risks.
• Monitor compliance with loan conditions.

Skills

Monitoring surveyor experience

Construction cost control

Communication skills

Financial analysis ability

Attention to detail

Education

MRICS qualification

Construction-related degree

Job description

An excellent opportunity for a Monitoring Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor with fund monitoring experience in Bristol to join a growing consultancy team.

This Bristol QS job offers strong long-term career development, exposure to lender monitoring and fund monitoring services, and the chance to contribute to a profitable and supportive professional environment.

The successful Monitoring Surveyor will be involved in monitoring a range of construction and development projects.

These include residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments funded by lenders and investors.

The role focuses on cost control, cashflow reporting, and project progress.

Responsibilities and Duties

This is a client-facing Monitoring Surveyor job based in Bristol, offering responsibility and autonomy within a growing team.

Key duties and responsibilities are expected to include:

• Delivering project monitoring and lender monitoring services on live construction projects
• Undertaking regular site visits and preparing clear progress reports
• Reviewing and commenting on management accounts and cashflow forecasts
• Anticipating final construction costs and identifying risks to budgets
• Monitoring compliance with loan conditions and funding agreements
• Updating sales data and development appraisals
• Contributing to the overall turnover and profitability of the monitoring division
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support team growth and client satisfaction

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate for this project monitor job in Bristol is likely to demonstrate:

• Experience in monitoring surveyor, fund monitoring, or cost management roles
• Strong understanding of construction cost control and project management principles
• Ability to analyse financial information, including cashflows and cost reports
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills suitable for lender reporting
• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
• Confidence working independently while contributing positively to a team environment

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• MRICS qualification is essential, or candidates actively working towards MRICS will be considered
• A minimum of 1–2 years post‑qualification or equivalent relevant experience is preferred
• A construction‑related degree or equivalent professional background is expected

Employing Company Overview and Profile

Maxim Recruitment is acting as a recruitment consultancy for a well‑established and growing construction and property consultancy.

The business provides specialist monitoring and advisory services to lenders, investors and developers across the UK.

With a strong regional presence and a reputation for quality and integrity, the company offers a supportive working culture, genuine career progression and opportunities to develop specialist expertise in monitoring and cost consultancy.

A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

• Competitive salary, negotiable based on experience

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)

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