Quantity Surveyor – Diverse Projects, Career Growth

Aldwych Consulting; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Exeter team. You will deliver cost management and QS services across a varied project portfolio from inception to completion, supporting procurement, tendering and final accounts.

You will work with experienced cost management professionals, develop technical expertise, and have opportunities for career progression and MRICS achievement while contributing to client relationships and project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Cost Management role within a construction consultancy or relevant commercial environment.
• Sound understanding of cost planning, procurement, tendering and cost control.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, ideally JCT and/or NEC.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective client relationships.
• Proactive approach, able to manage priorities and work within a team.

Responsibilities

• Providing cost management and quantity surveying services from inception through to completion.
• Preparing cost estimates, cost plans and budget reports at various stages of the project lifecycle.
• Advising clients on procurement strategies and supporting tender processes.
• Preparing tender documentation, analysing tender returns and making recommendations.
• Managing project costs, monitoring expenditure and preparing regular cost reports.
• Undertaking measurement, valuations and the assessment of variations.
• Supporting contract administration and managing commercial risks.
• Identifying value engineering opportunities and advising clients on cost‑saving measures.
• Liaising with clients, contractors, architects, project managers and wider consultant teams.
• Supporting the preparation and agreement of final accounts.

Skills

Quantity surveying experience

Cost management

Procurement strategies

Tender analysis

Contract knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

MRICS interest

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS pursuit

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Aldwych Consulting is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Exeter team. You will deliver cost management and QS services across a varied project portfolio from inception to completion, supporting procurement, tendering and final accounts.

You will work with experienced cost management professionals, develop technical expertise, and have opportunities for career progression and MRICS achievement while contributing to client relationships and project success.