Quantity Surveyor

Prosper Consulting; London Borough of Islington; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company mobile phone

Hybrid working 3 days per week

Private healthcare

Pension (matched)

25 days annual leave

Bonus potential

Job summary

Prosper Consulting, a leading independent construction cost consultancy in Central London, seeks an ambitious Project Quantity Surveyor. You will deliver cost management from feasibility through procurement and final accounts, taking ownership and building client relationships.

You’ll work on commercial, high-end residential projects, supporting the director and team, and using technology to enhance delivery and value. Hybrid working and career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or related discipline.
• MRICS status or progressing towards chartership is advantageous.
• Experience in construction consultancy or similar commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare feasibility estimates, cost plans and option appraisals.
• Manage project budgets and provide proactive commercial advice.
• Prepare tender documents and advise on procurement strategies.

Skills

Cost planning

Procurement

Cost management

Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS status or chartership progress advantageous

Tools

Excel

Job description

The Company: An independent, forward-thinking construction cost consultancy built around a simple principle, providing great advice, building strong relationships and delivering real value for their clients!

They work across a diverse range of sectors, with particular expertise in commercial fit-out, refurbishment and high-end residential projects. Their clients range from private individuals and developers through to established businesses, and they pride themselves on delivering the same level of commitment, attention to detail and commercial understanding on every project.

Their approach is collaborative, proactive and commercially focused. They work closely with clients, designers and contractors to establish realistic budgets, manage risk, navigate procurement and deliver the best possible outcomes. They believe in finding solutions rather than creating obstacles, and in building relationships that last beyond individual projects.

As a growing consultancy, they're equally committed to doing things differently. They embrace technology, modern working practices and fresh thinking, while maintaining the technical expertise and personal service their clients expect.

They're building a business where people have a genuine voice, take ownership of their work and have the opportunity to grow alongside the company.

The Role:

They're looking for an ambitious and capable Project Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team!

This is an opportunity to become part of a close-knit, developing consultancy where you'll have genuine involvement in projects, direct exposure to clients and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the business.

You’ll work across a varied portfolio of projects, particularly within the commercial and high‑end residential sectors, supporting and delivering cost management services from early feasibility and cost planning through procurement, construction and final account.

They want someone who enjoys being involved, is comfortable taking responsibility and understands that being a good Quantity Surveyor is about more than producing spreadsheets and cost reports. It's about providing sound commercial advice, developing relationships, anticipating challenges and helping projects move forward.

You’ll work closely with the company Director and wider team, with the support and autonomy to develop your own client relationships and project responsibilities as your experience grows.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing feasibility estimates, elemental cost plans, detailed cost estimates and option appraisals.
• Managing project budgets and providing proactive commercial advice throughout the project lifecycle.
• Preparing tender documentation, undertaking tender analysis and advising on procurement strategies and contractor selection.
• Supporting the administration of construction contracts, including valuations, variations, change control and final accounts.
• Producing clear, accurate and meaningful cost reports, cash flow forecasts and financial updates for clients.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities early and working collaboratively with project teams to manage them.
• Reviewing design development and challenging costs to ensure value is achieved without compromising quality or project objectives.
• Building strong working relationships with clients, architects, consultants and contractors.
• Taking ownership of project deliverables, managing priorities and contributing to the successful delivery of multiple commissions.
• Supporting the continued development of company systems, processes and use of technology to improve how they deliver their services.

Requirements for the Quantity Surveyor

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics or a related discipline.
• Experience working in a construction consultancy or similar commercial environment, ideally across both pre-contract and post-contract services.
• Strong cost planning, measurement, procurement and cost management capabilities.
• A sound understanding of construction contracts, particularly JCT forms, and the practical application of contract administration.
• Experience preparing cost reports, valuations, tender documentation and final accounts.
• Strong numerical, analytical and Excel skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with clients, contractors and professional teams.
• A commercially minded approach, with the confidence to challenge, question and offer solutions.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and deadlines.
• An interest in technology and improving the way traditional quantity surveying services are delivered.
• MRICS status, progress towards chartership or an ambition to achieve professional accreditation would be advantageous.

Office Location

Central London (Farringdon)

Head Count

3+

Project Sectors

Commercial & High-end Residential

The benefits included in this role

• Company mobile phone (or pay your current phone bill if you only want one phone)
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays & Christmas office shut down
• Hybrid working opportunities (typically 3 days per week office)
• Private healthcare
• Pension (up to 5% matched)
• Highly competitive salaries & packages
• Highly incentivised annual bonus based on company/individual performance