Project Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

APC and ongoing professional developm​

Pension scheme

Professional memberships paid

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd. is seeking a Project Quantity Surveyor to join an independent construction consultancy in Sidcup.

You will manage cost plans, procurement, post-contract duties, and client engagements across diverse sectors, with the autonomy to lead schemes while supported by senior colleagues. Ideal candidates are degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, UK consultancy experience, and working towards MRICS or chartered status, with strong organisation and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Previous experience within a UK consultancy environment.
• Capable of delivering both pre- and post-contract services.
• Good understanding of JCT contracts.
• Working towards MRICS or already chartered.
• Strong organisational, communication, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

• Producing cost plans, feasibility estimates, and budget reports.
• Managing procurement exercises and preparing tender documentation.
• Administering post-contract duties including valuations, variations, and cost reporting.
• Attending client, contractor, and design team meetings.
• Monitoring project costs through to final account agreement.
• Delivering clear commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

JCT contracts

Job description

An independent construction consultancy based in Sidcup is looking to welcome a Project Quantity Surveyor to its close-knit and expanding team. With a healthy workload across residential, education, healthcare, commercial, and public sector developments, this is an excellent opportunity for a Project Quantity Surveyor seeking greater responsibility within a consultancy where your contribution will be recognised from day one.

The successful Project Quantity Surveyor will manage projects through every stage of the cost management process, working directly with clients and design teams to deliver commercially successful outcomes. You’ll have the autonomy to run your own schemes while benefiting from the support of experienced colleagues on larger commissions, giving you the ideal balance of independence and collaboration.

This role is perfectly suited to a Project Quantity Surveyor who enjoys variety, values client interaction, and wants to build a long-term career within a consultancy that encourages professional growth and promotes from within.

Project Quantity Surveyor – Key Responsibilities:

• Producing cost plans, feasibility estimates, and budget reports

• Managing procurement exercises and preparing tender documentation

• Administering post-contract duties including valuations, variations, and cost reporting

• Attending client, contractor, and design team meetings

• Monitoring project costs through to final account agreement

• Delivering clear commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle

Project Quantity Surveyor – Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

• Previous experience within a UK consultancy environment

• Capable of delivering both pre- and post-contract services

• Good understanding of JCT contracts

• Working towards MRICS or already chartered

• Strong organisational, communication, and client management skills

In Return:

• £55,000 – £65,000 salary

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

• Hybrid and flexible working

• APC and ongoing professional development support

• Pension scheme

• Professional memberships paid

• Diverse project portfolio across London and the South East

• Genuine long-term progression opportunities