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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd

Plymouth

On-site

GBP 50,000 - 60,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic Plymouth office. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, from residential developments to educational institutions. With a strong focus on sustainability and career progression, the consultancy provides a supportive environment for ambitious professionals. You will benefit from direct collaboration with experienced Chartered professionals, gain valuable insights, and have the chance to pursue MRICS status. If you're ready to elevate your career in a forward-thinking setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Car allowance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Bonus scheme
Pension
Gym Membership
Flexible working 1-2 days per week
Support with APC
Professional Membership Fees Paid
Healthcare scheme

Qualifications

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, RICS accredited is essential.
  • Must have UK based consultancy experience and Pre & Post Contract experience.

Responsibilities

  • Work across a broad range of private sector projects including residential and student accommodation.
  • Collaborate directly with senior leadership and support team expansion into new sectors.

Skills

Client facing
Ambitious
Confident
Pre & Post Contract Experience
UK based Consultancy experience

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

A forward-thinking, sustainability-focused Construction and Property Consultancy is seeking an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their growing Plymouth office.

The Senior Quantity Surveyors’ role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a long-established consultancy with over 50 years of industry success and five offices located across the UK.

The incoming Senior Quantity Surveyor will work across a broad range of private sector projects, including student accommodation, residential, and private developments. The team is also expanding into new sectors such as education (schools, colleges, and higher education), hotels, blue light, and defence – offering a truly varied and dynamic project portfolio.

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will become the third QS within the Plymouth team, working closely with a Chartered Senior and an Associate. The consultancy’s flat structure ensures exceptional exposure, direct collaboration with senior leadership, and genuine opportunities for career progression. The role also offers significant flexibility and autonomy in day-to-day working.

This position would suit an ambitious Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step to Senior Quantity Surveyor level, or someone actively pursuing APC with the support of two Chartered professionals boasting over 25 years of combined industry experience. This could be the ideal environment to gain MRICS status with dedicated guidance and mentoring.

Alternatively, for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking a fresh challenge, increased autonomy, and a supportive, forward-thinking environment – this role offers the perfect platform for the next stage in your career.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Degree in Quantity Surveying, RICS accredited
  • UK based Consultancy experience is a MUST
  • Pre & Post Contract Experience
  • Client facing, ambitious, confident
  • Able to commute to Plymouth 2-3 days per week

What’s on offer?

  • £50,000 – £60,000
  • Car allowance
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension
  • Gym Membership at the Gym in the office building
  • Flexible working 1-2 days per week
  • Support with APC
  • Professional Membership Fees Paid
  • Healthcare scheme

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor considering your career options, then please contact Olivia Gregson at Brandon James.

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