Senior Chartered Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Senior Chartered Quantity Surveyor in Corsham, Wiltshire. The role involves preparing cost estimates, overseeing procurement, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates should have a HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying, chartered status with RICS, and at least 3 years of experience. The firm offers competitive salary, career progression, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans and annual leave enhancements.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Defined career progression opportunities

23 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

Health plan

Cycle to work scheme

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in quantity surveying.
• Strong understanding of construction law.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and establish project budgets.
• Monitor project expenditure and provide financial reports.
• Conduct risk assessments and advise on mitigation strategies.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying

Chartered status with RICS (MRICS)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Masterbill

Bluebeam

Job description

Senior Chartered Quantity Surveyor

Location: Corsham, Wiltshire
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

We are working with a highly regarded, award-winning, multi-disciplinary consultancy that delivers innovative design and construction solutions across architecture, project management, quantity surveying, and interior design. Due to continued growth, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Chartered Quantity Surveyor to join their established team based in Corsham.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, feasibility studies, and establish project budgets
• Develop tender documentation, contracts, and bills of quantities
• Oversee procurement processes and manage contract administration
• Monitor project expenditure, ensuring alignment with budgets and providing financial reports
• Value completed works, process interim valuations and manage final accounts
• Conduct risk assessments and cost-benefit analyses, advising on mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with construction legislation and advise on contractual matters
• Support sustainable construction practices and apply value engineering principles

Candidate Requirements

• HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in quantity surveying
• Chartered status with RICS (MRICS) is essential
• Strong understanding of contract management, cost control, and construction law
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in relevant software (e.g. Masterbill, Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel)
• Willingness to travel to client sites when required

Benefits Package

• Competitive salary
• Defined career progression opportunities
• 23 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service and seniority)
• Company pension scheme
• Medicash health plan including virtual GP, health treatments, gym and retail discounts
• Access to a Mental Health First Aider and funded counselling
• Cycle to work and tech schemes
• Regular social events and volunteering opportunities

If you're a motivated and experienced Quantity Surveyor seeking your next step in a forward-thinking and supportive consultancy environment, we would like to hear from you. Apply today to discuss the role in more detail.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity 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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