Quantity Surveyor

Alfred Recruitment LLP; Sidcup; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APC and chartership support

Structured mentoring and professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Life assurance

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Job summary

Alfred Recruitment LLP is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to enhance their Cost Management team in Sidcup, England. This role offers a fantastic chance to work with experienced professionals on various public and private sector projects.

The ideal candidate will hold a RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree and possess experience in both pre- and post-contract services. The consultancy provides ongoing career support, flexible working arrangements, and structured mentoring.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering or supporting pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services.
• Experience preparing cost plans, estimates, and cost reports.
• Commitment to achieving or progressing towards MRICS status.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and commercial performance.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders.

Skills

Preparation of cost plans

Valuation of construction works

JCT and NEC contract knowledge

Strong communication skills

Proactive project delivery

Education

RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking to progress your career within a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy?

Our client is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Cost Management team, supporting the delivery of a diverse range of projects across the public and private sectors.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive consultancy that actively invests in professional development, APC support and long-term career progression.

The Role

Working alongside experienced Chartered Surveyors and Project Managers, you will support the delivery of a full range of pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services across a varied portfolio of construction projects.

• Preparing cost plans, estimates and tender documentation
• Measurement and valuation of construction works
• Producing cost reports, financial forecasts and commercial updates
• Assessing variations and supporting final account negotiations
• Supporting procurement and contract administration activities
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and commercial performance
• Liaising directly with clients, contractors, consultants and project stakeholders
• Working across projects using JCT and NEC forms of contract
• Taking responsibility for key aspects of project delivery
• Supporting fee bids, case studies and business development activities

About You

• A RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree
• Experience delivering or supporting pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying services
• Experience preparing cost plans, estimates and cost reports
• Knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach to project delivery
• Commitment to achieving or progressing towards MRICS status

Assistant Quantity Surveyors with relevant consultancy experience and a desire to progress are encouraged to apply.

What's On Offer?

• APC and chartership support
• Structured mentoring and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements
• Life assurance
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

If you're looking to develop your technical, commercial and client-facing skills within a consultancy that values its people and supports professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.