Senior Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in Ipswich seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor to oversee projects and provide expert advice across various sectors. This role offers genuine opportunities for professional growth and a chance to manage diverse and impactful projects with a great team. Candidates must have strong experience in quantity surveying, project management skills, and a commitment to quality client service.

Benefits

Flexible working policy

Continuous professional development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong experience in healthcare, education, and commercial projects.
• Proven knowledge of pre- and post-contract surveying.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects from inception to completion.
• Provide procurement advice and manage cost certainty.
• Prepare tender documentation and manage the tendering process.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Education

MRICS qualified (or working towards)

Tools

CostX

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a respected and well-established consultancy based in Ipswich, Suffolk. You will be part of a growing commercial management team, delivering high-quality quantity surveying services across a diverse range of projects and clients.

As Senior QS, you will take full ownership of projects from inception to completion, acting as a key advisor to clients, providing cost planning, procurement advice, contract administration, and post-contract cost management. The role offers genuine progression, autonomy, and the chance to build client relationships within an established business known for quality delivery and professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of projects from pre-contract stage through to final account

Provide procurement advice and deliver cost certainty to clients

Lead on feasibility studies, detailed cost planning, and budget management

Prepare tender documentation and manage the tendering process

Carry out full post-contract duties including valuations, cost reporting, and variations

Administer construction contracts and advise on contract strategy

Attend and chair project/client meetings

Collaborate with internal and external teams including architects, M&E consultants, engineers, and building surveyors

Manage and mentor junior QS staff where required

Maintain regular client contact and ensure exceptional service delivery

Prepare accurate reports, specifications, meeting minutes, and formal documents

Support the business in winning repeat and new work through excellent client service

Requirements & Experience

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction or property services sector

Strong experience working across healthcare, education, and/or commercial projects (both new build and refurb desirable)

Proven knowledge of both pre- and post-contract surveying

Strong working knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.)

Good understanding of procurement strategies and contract administration

Excellent communication, client-facing, and stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Proficient with industry software such as CostX, MS Excel, Word, and presentation tools

MRICS qualified (or working towards) - desirable but not essential

High level of awareness of construction Health and Safety practices

Full UK driving licence preferred

What's On Offer

Genuine opportunity for progression within a growing and supportive consultancy

Involvement in a wide variety of meaningful, high-impact projects

Continuous professional development, training, and mentoring support

A positive and inclusive working environment

Flexible working policy and autonomy in managing your schedule

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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