Senior Quantity Surveyor

Carriera Limited; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cost management firm in Oxfordshire is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide expert advice on project costs, manage budgets, and build client relationships. This role offers up to £65,000 salary and a benefits package, along with the flexibility of hybrid working. You will be involved in high-profile projects across various sectors, mentoring graduates and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment. This is an excellent opportunity for career progression and making a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor across multiple project stages.
• Strong knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Ability to mentor graduates and build client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leading cost planning at various RIBA stages.
• Delivering pre-contract services including procurement strategy.
• Providing post-contract support and managing project accounts.
• Building strong client relationships to support business growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Organisational abilities

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

MRICS preferred

Tools

Cost X

Job description

A leading cost management team in Oxfordshire is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their ranks. This is a chance to work across a variety of sectors, including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, public, industrial, logistics and regeneration. The role offers real responsibility, the opportunity to work on high-profile projects, and the ability to make a tangible impact on the delivery of high-quality developments. Hybrid working provides flexibility while keeping you connected to the team and clients.

The role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will provide expert advice on all aspects of project costs, from site preparation, construction, labour, materials and plant, to fit-out, professional fees, taxes and anticipated running costs.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading cost planning at various RIBA stages, using tools such as Cost X to produce preliminary and detailed estimates.
• Delivering pre-contract services, including procurement strategy, tendering advice, preparation of tender documents and negotiation of contract sums, with two-stage tendering experience advantageous.
• Providing post-contract support, including valuing completed work, approving progress payments, managing variations and design changes, and negotiating final accounts.
• Mentoring graduates and supporting a collaborative team environment.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support ongoing business growth.

About you

You will have a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, with MRICS preferred but not essential. Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor across multiple project stages is essential, along with strong knowledge of JCT and / or NEC contracts.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, commercial awareness, organisational abilities and a practical, problem-solving mindset are key. You will be confident in building relationships with clients and comfortable taking ownership of projects while contributing positively to a team environment.

What the company offers

A competitive salary of up to £65,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid working arrangements allow flexibility and help maintain a healthy work-life balance.

The role provides the chance to work on high-profile projects with leading clients in a supportive and collaborative team culture. There are also opportunities for professional development, mentoring and career progression, making this an excellent environment for someone looking to grow and make a real impact.