Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager

Avocet; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction consultancy in Cheltenham is seeking a motivated Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager. You'll lead all commercial aspects of projects and collaborate on feasibility studies. Ideal candidates have strong contract knowledge, negotiation skills, and relevant experience. The role offers competitive salary and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• A full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Collaborate with estimator on feasibility studies & cost appraisals.
• Work with design teams and buyers to source & price materials.
• Manage subcontractors: tendering, placing orders, certifying work.
• Track & manage budgets, valuations & variations.
• Mentor junior surveyors to build team capability.

Skills

Strong understanding of construction contracts & legislation

Excellent negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Education

Relevant degree or HNC + experience

Job description

Overview

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Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager

Are you a driven, dynamic Quantity Surveyor ready to take your career to the next level? We're seeking a structured, motivated professional to become a key part of our management team in Cheltenham.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking, fast-moving construction consultancy where you will be given the opportunity to develop your Project Management Expertise.

What We\'re Looking For

You\'ll bring:

• Proven experience in a similar role within the construction industry
• Strong understanding of construction contracts & legislation
• Excellent negotiation, analytical & communication skills
• A proactive, time-efficient approach to work
• A relevant degree or HNC + experience
• A full UK driving licence

What You\'ll Be Doing

As our Quantity Surveyor, you\'ll take the lead on:

• Managing and overseeing all commercial aspects of construction projects
• Collaborating with the estimator on feasibility studies & cost appraisals
• Working with design teams and buyers to source & price materials
• Managing subcontractors: tendering, placing orders, certifying work
• Acting as the bridge between site managers, engineers, project managers & clients
• Tracking & managing budgets, valuations & variations
• Identifying commercial risks & driving cost control initiatives
• Mentoring junior surveyors to build team capability
• Delivering clear, structured reports to stakeholders

The Package

• Cheltenham-based office with site visits
• Full-time, Monday-Friday
• Salary: Very competitive (depending on experience)
• Strong career development opportunities
• Opportunity to evolve Project Management experience and skills

Benefits

• Company pension
• Gym membership
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking