Project Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Leicester Forest East; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A design-led consultancy is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Leicester. Specializing in the education sector, this role involves managing projects from inception to completion, with a focus on cost control and client engagement. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS status preferred, and experience in managing refurbishment and new build projects. The position offers a hybrid working model and various benefits including health insurance and a generous pension plan.

Benefits

40,000 - 55,000

25 Days holiday + Bank holidays

APC Programme

Health insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Life assurance

Mobile and Laptop

Car allowance

Regular socials

Cycle to work scheme

Supportive culture

Flexible working conditions

Great work-life balance

Income protection

Internal training programmes

Death in Service contribution

Health & Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Experience managing cost control on refurbishment and new build projects.
• Ability to run projects from inception to completion.
• Previous work in the education sector is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of projects ranging from 100k to 10m.
• Work closely with in-house architects and building surveyors.
• Ensure effective cost management and project delivery.

Skills

Cost control management

Project delivery

Client engagement

Feasibility studies

Effective communication

Independent work capability

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS status preferred or working towards chartership

Job description

Overview

A design-led, multi-disciplinary consultancy is seeking a proactive Project Quantity Surveyor to join their close-knit team in Leicester. Specialising in the education sector, this is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of projects ranging from 100k to 10m, including refurbishments, new builds, feasibility studies, and the delivery of brand-new sports halls.

As Project Quantity Surveyor in the organisation, you will be working closely with in-house Architects and Building Surveyors, taking a leading role in cost control, project delivery, and client engagement. You'll be supported in your development, whether you're already Chartered or working towards MRICS status.

The Project Quantity Surveyor

The company has a strong local presence and a team of around 30 professionals. While the core Project Quantity Surveyor function is based in Leicester, there is a hybrid working approach-ideally suited to candidates living within 40 minutes of the office. A converted barn provides a creative and collaborative workspace, with flexibility offered for site visits and one day a week remote working.

This role is ideal for a Project Quantity Surveyor looking to work on meaningful projects within the education sector, while enjoying a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS status preferred or working towards chartership
• Experience managing cost control on refurbishment and new build projects
• Strong understanding of feasibility studies and project management principles
• Previous work within the education sector beneficial, but not essential
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with internal and external teams
• Comfortable running projects from inception to completion

What’s in it for you?

• 40,000 - 55,000
• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work-life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Project Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.