Quantity Surveyor/ Project Manager

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

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Cheltenham is looking for a motivated Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager. This role involves managing all commercial aspects of construction projects and requires proven experience, strong negotiation skills, and a relevant degree. The company offers a full-time position with excellent career development opportunities and benefits including a pension and gym membership.

Benefits

Company pension

Gym membership

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing all commercial aspects of construction projects.
• Collaborating on feasibility studies & cost appraisals.
• Working with teams to source & price materials.
• Managing subcontractors: tendering and placing orders.
• Tracking & managing budgets, valuations & variations.

Skills

Construction contract knowledge

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Relevant degree or HNC

Job description

Overview

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.

What We're Looking For

• 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

• 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: DOE
• Strong career development opportunities
• Benefits:
  • Company pension
  • Gym membership
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking