Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established firm of Chartered Surveyors in Chelmsford is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to support a Senior QS and manage a diverse project portfolio. The role offers APC support, hands-on project exposure, and a structured path to promotion. Enjoy a vibrant company culture with flexible working, social events, and a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, healthcare, and pension.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Bonus scheme

Company events and socials

Flexible Working Policy

Pension

Qualifications

• Looking for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to grow their career.
• Must have experience on projects to completion.
• A desire to work in a supportive team.

Responsibilities

• Support a Senior QS on varied projects.
• Take ownership while being mentored towards Senior level.
• Manage project portfolios in a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Good pre and post‑contract experience

Previous Quantity Surveying experience within a PQS/Consultancy environment

Ability to run a project with guidance from senior team

Education

A RICS Accredited degree qualification

Tools

Valid UK driving licence

Job description

An established and growing firm of Chartered Surveyors is seeking an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join their Chelmsford office. With a strong reputation across commercial, industrial, and hospitality sectors, this is the perfect role for a Quantity Surveyor ready to fast‑track their career within a supportive, social, and high‑performing team.

Quantity Surveyor Role

As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support a Senior QS on a varied project portfolio including offices, industrial sheds, retail, healthcare, and hotels. Working within a close‑knit team of seven Quantity Surveyors in a 30‑strong multidisciplinary office, you’ll take ownership of your work while being mentored towards Senior level. You’ll benefit from full APC support, hands‑on project exposure, and a structured progression route – ideal for a driven Quantity Surveyor keen to charter and lead their own schemes.

Why Join This Team?

A vibrant and social company culture with regular events, including golf trips, nights out, company days, and team weekends away. Flexible hybrid working model (1‑2 days per week from home). Access to a diverse project portfolio spanning multiple sectors. A chance to work with and learn from Chartered professionals in a collaborative, supportive team.

Qualifications

• A RICS Accredited degree qualification
• Previous Quantity Surveying experience within a PQS/Consultancy environment
• Good pre and post‑contract experience
• Previous experience working on projects to completion and the ability to run a project with guidance from senior team
• A valid UK driving licence

What’s on Offer?

• £40,000 - £55,000
• 25 days + bank holidays (plus 1 additional day per year of service)
• Christmas period shut down (9 additional days in 2024)
• Pension
• 45p per mile
• Private Healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• APC Support
• Extensive support with Chartership
• Progression to Senior QS role long term
• Professional Membership Fees Paid
• Life Insurance
• Death in Service
• Flexible Working Policy (1‑2 days work from home, no future plans to change this policy)
• Company phone & laptop
• Company events, socials and trips

If you’re ready to grow your career and work on diverse, high‑profile projects, apply now! Contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James for more information.

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