Professional Quantity Surveyor

ARC Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned consultancy firm in Central Cambridge is seeking a skilled Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to join their team. The candidate will play a vital role in delivering services across a range of projects, with responsibilities including managing cost plans and fulfilling Employer's Agent duties. The ideal applicant will demonstrate their experience within a QS consultancy, possess strong knowledge of JCT contracts, and be capable of effective stakeholder management. This position offers a competitive salary alongside excellent career development prospects.

Benefits

Structured career path

Exposure to varied projects

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Quantity Surveyor within a QS consultancy.
• Demonstrable Employer's Agent (EA) experience required.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts essential.
• Experience in a client-facing consultancy environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver PQS services across multiple projects from feasibility to completion.
• Undertake Employer's Agent responsibilities, including contract administration.
• Prepare cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation.
• Manage procurement, valuations, and final accounts.

Skills

Project Quantity Surveying

Employer's Agent responsibilities

Stakeholder management

Cost management

Job description

We're Hiring: Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS) - Consultancy

Location: Central Cambridge

Salary: £70-£75k + full benefits package

I'm currently partnering with a well-respected Quantity Surveying consultancy, seeking an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to join their growing team. This is a client-side role within a consultancy environment, and Employer's Agent (EA) experience is essential.

My client works across a range of projects and is looking for a PQS who is confident managing schemes from early cost advice through to final account, while also fulfilling EA duties and acting as a trusted advisor to clients.

Responsibilities

• Delivering PQS services across multiple projects from feasibility to completion
• Undertaking Employer's Agent responsibilities, including contract administration and client reporting
• Preparing cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation
• Managing procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Advising clients on cost, risk, and contractual matters
• Working closely with design teams, contractors, and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Project Quantity Surveyor within a QS consultancy
• Demonstrable Employer's Agent (EA) experience
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts
• Experience working in a client-facing, consultancy-led environment
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

• A clear and structured career path within an established consultancy
• Exposure to varied and interesting projects
• Support with professional development and chartership

If you're a PQS with EA experience looking to strengthen your consultancy background and work closely with clients in a professional advisory role, I'd be keen to discuss this opportunity in confidence.