Senior Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy in Leeds is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead major infrastructure projects. The role involves preparing cost plans, managing valuations, and supporting junior team members. Ideal candidates have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS or are working towards it, and strong experience in infrastructure. This position offers a salary of £55,000 – £65,000 and benefits including health insurance and a generous pension plan.

Benefits

25 Days holiday + Bank holidays

Health insurance

Generous Pension Plan

Hybrid working

Life assurance

Mobile and Laptop

Car allowance

Regular socials

Cycle to work scheme

Supportive culture

Flexible working conditions

Great work–life balance

Income protection

Internal training programmes

Death in Service contribution

Health & Wellness programme

Qualifications

• Chartered or actively working towards MRICS.
• Extensive experience in infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts is essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading infrastructure projects across various stages of development.
• Preparing cost plans, bills of quantities, and tender documentation.
• Managing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Providing strategic cost advice to clients.
• Supporting junior team members.
• Maintaining client relationships.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage multiple complex projects

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

MRICS or working towards chartership

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

A well-established, independent construction consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing infrastructure team based in Leeds. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the lead on major projects and play a key role within a supportive and forward-thinking business.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will be joining a consultancy known for its hands‑on approach and technical expertise across the infrastructure sector, including highways, utilities, rail, and civil engineering. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working with a variety of public and private sector clients, helping to deliver cost‑effective solutions on both new build and improvement schemes.

This role would suit a Senior Quantity Surveyor who is already chartered or actively working towards MRICS, and who is confident managing complex projects from pre‑contract through to final account. Strong communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with clients, contractors, and stakeholders are essential.

Responsibilities

• Leading infrastructure projects across various stages of development
• Preparing cost plans, bills of quantities, and tender documentation
• Managing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Providing strategic cost advice to clients
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to training and development
• Maintaining client relationships and representing the consultancy at meetings

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• MRICS or working towards chartership (preferred)
• Extensive experience in infrastructure projects (highways, civils, rail, or utilities)
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts essential
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects independently

Benefits

• £55,000 – £65,000
• 25 Days holiday + Bank holidays
• APC Programme
• Health insurance
• Hybrid working
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life assurance
• Mobile and Laptop
• Car allowance
• Regular socials
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive culture
• Flexible working conditions
• Great work–life balance
• Income protection
• Internal training programmes
• Death in Service contribution
• Health & Wellness programme

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

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