Quantity Surveyor in Tunbridge Wells

Energy Jobline ZR; Royal Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor in Tunbridge Wells, offering a competitive salary between £45,000 - £55,000. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and relevant experience in project lifecycle management within construction. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, private health care, and flexible working hours. Join a team that values equality and promotes professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Discretionary bonus

Private Health care

Flexi working

Tailored training and development

Qualifications

• Must be nearing completion of or have a relevant degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Experience in pre-and post-contract stages of construction projects.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Define client requirements and support cost plans development.
• Conduct accurate measurements using standard methods.
• Provide cost planning and value engineering advice.
• Prepare tender documentation for review.
• Track project costs through monthly reporting.
• Identify risks affecting project cost and delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of construction techniques

Analytical mindset

Proficient IT skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification

Tools

CostX or similar measurement software

Job description

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Job Description

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor

Location: Tunbridge Wells

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and proactive Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team within a well‑established consultancy or contractor environment. The ideal candidate will either be nearing completion of a degree in Quantity Surveying or already hold a relevant qualification, with experience across both pre‑and post‑contract stages of construction or civil engineering projects. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver high‑quality cost and commercial management services throughout the project lifecycle, from RIBA Stage 1 to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in defining client requirements and support the development of initial cost plans alongside design teams.
• Conduct accurate and competent measurement using standard methods of measurement such as NRM, CESMM, or MMHW.
• Provide cost planning and value engineering advice aligned with RIBA design stages.
• Interpret and understand design information, with a willingness to deepen technical knowledge of construction methods and technologies.
• Contribute to discussions on procurement strategy and provide advice based on evolving project needs.
• Prepare tender documentation, including Bills of Quantities (BOQs), for senior review.
• Support tender evaluations and provide recommendations for contract awards.
• Track and monitor project costs through monthly reporting cycles.
• Identify risks and assess variations affecting project cost and delivery.
• Value completed works and assist in issuing payment certificates in line with contract terms.
• Liaise confidently with clients, consultants, and other project stakeholders.
• Maintain variation and risk registers.
• Assist in preparing draft final accounts and contribute to project close‑out activities.
• Participate in project meetings, offering commercial and contractual input.
• Gain exposure to or demonstrate an understanding of CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) processes.
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Strong knowledge of construction techniques and industry practices.
• Reliable, trustworthy, and detail‑oriented.
• Numerically strong and analytically minded.
• Proficient in IT tools relevant to the role.
• Clear and confident communicator.
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable (But Not Essential)

• Experience using CostX or similar measurement software.
• Working towards or already holding MRICS accreditation.
• Demonstrated use of initiative and problem‑solving skills.

What the Client can offer

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Discretionary bonus.
• Private Health care.
• Flexi working.
• Tailored training and development.
• Just‑eat voucher weekends, trust memberships and TV sweepstakes plus team socials.
• Exciting variety of cross‑sector projects.
• 4.5 day working week: 8 am–5:30 pm Monday‑Thursday with a half‑hour lunch break, 8 am–12:30 pm Friday – 40.5 hours in total.

Aldwych Consulting values and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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