Senior Chartered Quantity Surveyor

Carriera Recruitment; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Built Environment Consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor. You’ll lead cost planning and contract management, ensuring projects stay within budget. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and at least three years of relevant experience. A competitive salary of up to £70,000 is offered along with a hybrid working model and attractive benefits package.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Flexible hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• RICS qualified with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience.
• Proven pre- and post-contract QS experience with demonstrable examples of previous projects.
• Exposure to multiple sectors including residential, commercial, education, and healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and prepare detailed cost estimates.
• Advise on procurement strategies, risk management, and value engineering.
• Manage post-contract responsibilities including valuations and cost reporting.

Skills

Cost planning

Contract management

Risk management

Value engineering

Client relationship management

Education

Degree accredited by RICS in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location:Leeds
Salary:Up to £70,000, plus package
Sector:Residential, Industrial, Commercial, Education, Local Authority, Healthcare
Workplace type:Hybrid

We're partnering ofa leading Built Environment Consultancy, seekinga Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and dependable Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step towards a Senior role within a dynamic and supportive small team.

This client works across a broad range of sectors including residential (new builds and conversions), industrial, commercial refurbishments, education, local authority, and healthcare projects. As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be leading cost planning and contract management on varied projects, providing expert advice and ensuring projects stay within budget from feasibility through to completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning and prepare detailed cost estimates using Cost Ex at multiple RIBA stages.
• Advise on procurement strategies, risk management, and value engineering during pre-contract phases.
• Prepare and issue tender documentation, evaluate received tenders, and provide clients with informed recommendations.
• Manage post-contract responsibilities including valuations, progress payments, cost reporting, variation negotiations, and final accounts.
• Mentor graduates and junior QS staff, fostering their professional development.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to business growth.
• Monitor project budgets rigorously to maintain cost control and lifecycle costing.

What we’re looking for

• RICS qualified with a minimum of three years post-qualification experience.
• Degree accredited by RICS in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent qualification.
• Proven pre- and post-contract QS experience with demonstrable examples of previous projects.
• Exposure to multiple sectors including residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and local authority.
• Confident working independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

What is on offer

• Competitive salary with an attractive benefits package.
• 25 days annual leave, with options to buy, carry over or sell leave.
• Flexible hybrid working pattern.
• Three volunteering days per year to support causes you care about.
• Mental health support including Mental Health First Aiders and digital wellbeing apps.
• Financial security with life assurance, pension, and income protection.
• Private medical insurance.
• Clear career development pathways and continuous learning opportunities.

If you’re an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to take on a challenging role with a well-respected consultancy that values quality and innovation, this could be the perfect next step for you.

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