Quantity Surveyor: Diverse Projects, Career Growth, CPD

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting Ltd in Exeter is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing cost management team. You will deliver cost planning, tender analysis and value engineering across diverse projects, while building strong client relationships and providing commercial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will advise on procurement strategies, prepare cost reports, manage budgets and support contract administration to ensure robust

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Cost Management role within construction consultancy or relevant commercial environment.
• Sound understanding of cost planning, procurement, tendering and cost control.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (JCT/NEC).
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and client-relationship abilities.
• Proactive, able to manage priorities and work within a team.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Working towards MRICS chartership is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide cost management and QS services from inception to completion.
• Prepare cost estimates, cost plans and budget reports at various stages.
• Advise clients on procurement strategies and support tender processes.
• Prepare tender documents, analyse bids and make recommendations.
• Manage project costs, monitor expenditure and prepare cost reports.
• Undertake measurements, valuations and assess variations.
• Support contract administration and manage commercial risks.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving measures.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, architects and project managers.
• Support final accounts preparation and agreement.

Skills

Quantity surveying experience

Cost management

Client relationship building

Procurement knowledge

Tender analysis

Value engineering

Team collaboration

Analytical/numerical skills

Communication skills

Proactive prioritisation

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

MRICS (desirable)

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

Aldwych Consulting Ltd in Exeter is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our growing cost management team. You will deliver cost planning, tender analysis and value engineering across diverse projects, while building strong client relationships and providing commercial leadership throughout the project lifecycle.

Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will advise on procurement strategies, prepare cost reports, manage budgets and support contract administration to ensure robust