Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction consultancy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor for their Edinburgh office. The role offers the chance to work on high-profile city-centre developments with excellent flexibility, career progression, and support. Ideal candidates will have an RICS accredited degree and relevant experience in the UK construction consultancy sector, with a competitive salary of £40,000 – £50,000 plus benefits including APC support.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Competitive Bonus Scheme

Pension

Company phone & laptop

Private Healthcare

Qualifications

• RICS accredited degree qualification ideally in Quantity Surveying.
• Previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy required.
• Good pre and post contract experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Manage the £45m luxury hotel development in Edinburgh city centre.
• Oversee the £15m PBSA scheme in the heart of the city.
• Coordinate large-scale masterplanning and infrastructure at Edinburgh Airport.

Skills

RICS accredited degree qualification

Previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy

Good pre and post contract experience

Eager to work towards MRICS

Full lifecycle experience

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

A leading, dynamic UK Construction Consultancy is looking for a talented Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Edinburgh office. This is a rare opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor to work on high-profile, city-centre developments while enjoying excellent flexibility, APC support, and clear career progression.

The Quantity Surveyor Role

As a Quantity Surveyor in this busy and supportive team, you will be involved in a varied and exciting pipeline of work, including:

• £45m luxury hotel development in Edinburgh city centre
• £15m PBSA scheme in the heart of the city
• £10m serviced apartment project
• Large-scale masterplanning and infrastructure at Edinburgh Airport
• Leisure, private residential, steel-framed industrial sheds

You’ll be joining a close-knit team of 7 within a 12-15 strong office, working alongside other Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and support staff. The consultancy prides itself on autonomy – no micromanagement, no dull framework jobs – and offers a flexible hybrid setup (around 3 days in the office).

They have an outstanding APC pass rate, with two QSs qualifying this summer and more progressing next year. Career growth is based on merit, with proven pathways to Senior QS and beyond.

The Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

• RICS accredited degree qualification (ideally BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying)
• Previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy
• Good pre and post contract experience
• Eager to work towards MRICS
• Full lifecycle experience – working on projects from inception to completion, beneficial

In Return?

• £40,000 – £50,000
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Competitive Bonus Scheme (twice a year)
• Flexible / hybrid working 2x days a week
• Strong support with APC & professional development
• Pension
• Company phone & laptop
• Progression to Senior QS role
• Professional membership fees paid
• Private Healthcare

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career options, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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