Senior Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Car allowance

26 days leave + bank holidays

Pension

Professional Membership Fees Paid

Chance to lead and grow a team

Job summary

An ambitious Construction & Property Consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for their Cardiff office. The role involves leading a close-knit team and delivering projects across various sectors while offering opportunities for progression to Associate and Director positions. Ideal candidates will have an MRICS qualification and strong client relations skills.

Qualifications

• Strong Quantity Surveying background in a UK Consultancy / PQS firm.
• Able to lead and win work, developing client relationships.
• Project Management or Employer’s Agent experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a local team of Quantity Surveyors and Project Manager.
• Deliver a diverse portfolio of projects across Wales and the South West.
• Focus on client engagement and long-term consultancy growth.

Skills

Client relations

Leadership

Project Management

Quantity Surveying

Education

MRICS

Job description

An ambitious and forward-thinking Construction & Property Consultancy is seeking a driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their expanding Cardiff office.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

This is a unique opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a pivotal role in the long-term development of the consultancy’s Cardiff presence. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will join a close-knit team of 4 professionals (3 Quantity Surveyors and 1 Project Manager) delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across Wales and the South West.

The Cardiff office is looking for someone ready to become the local lead – a self-starter with strong client-facing skills and the ambition to grow into an Associate and eventually Director position.

Projects span an exciting range of sectors including Commercial, Residential, Education, Healthcare, Leisure (gyms, sports halls, pools), Arts (theatres, cinemas), as well as Heritage and Ecclesiastical (churches, cathedrals). Experience in Project Management or Employer’s Agent roles would be a bonus.

This is an opportunity to be more than just a deliverer – the right Senior Quantity Surveyor will be trusted to shape, grow, and lead a team, supported by a respected consultancy with a strong national reputation.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

• MRICS ideally or currently working towards
• Strong Quantity Surveying background in a UK Consultancy / PQS firm
• Project Management or Employers Agent experience is highly desirable but not crucial
• Able to lead, win work, and develop client relationships
• Based in or around Cardiff, with regional travel as needed

In Return?

• £55,000 – £65,000
• Bonus scheme
• Car allowance
• Hybrid working
• 26 days leave + bank holidays
• Pension
• Professional Membership Fees Paid
• Progression to Associate & Director
• Chance to lead and grow a team

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a fresh and exciting challenge, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveying / QS / MRICS / Cardiff / Associate Designate / Employer’s Agent / Project Management