Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd.; Stockbridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Car allowance

Professional membership paid

Discretionary bonus

Relaxed environment

Job summary

Bennett & Game Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Winchester-area team and lead commercial management on diverse UK projects. The role offers ownership of own projects, client interaction, and progression within a close-knit consultancy.

You will handle pre and post-contract cost management, cost plans, and procurement while working across residential, commercial, industrial, defence, marine and ecclesiastical sectors. MRICS/APC progress is preferred.

Qualifications

• MRICS chartership or APC progressing.
• Strong pre and post-contract experience.
• Experience managing projects independently and direct client contact.
• Good knowledge of JCT contracts; NEC experience advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness with cost control and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for the commercial and cost management of projects from inception through to completion.
• Manage multiple projects across a varied range of sectors and maintain strong client relationships.
• Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates and cost plans throughout the design process.
• Manage procurement and tendering processes, including analysis of tender returns and providing recommendations to clients.
• Provide pre and post-contract cost management, including valuations, change control and final accounts.
• Advise clients and project teams on procurement routes, contract matters and commercial considerations.
• Attend project meetings and work closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Contribute to the continued growth of the consultancy through client relationships, networking and identifying opportunities.

Skills

Cost control

Client management

Analytical skills

Communication

Financial awareness

Education

MRICS

Job description

Job Profile for Senior Quantity Surveyor 47923

Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Winchester Area

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 DOE

Bennett & Game are representing a privately owned quantity surveying and project management consultancy who are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team.

The business provides quantity surveying, project management, project monitoring and dispute resolution services across a varied portfolio of projects throughout the UK. Their work covers sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, defence, marine and ecclesiastical projects, with typical project values around £5m and opportunities to become involved with larger schemes as the business continues to grow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a Senior position within a genuinely close-knit consultancy. You will have the opportunity to take ownership of your own projects, work directly with clients and consultant teams, and gain broad exposure across different sectors rather than being pigeonholed into one particular area. The business offers a relaxed but professional environment, strong team culture and genuine scope for progression as the company continues to expand.

Salary & Benefits

• £50,000 - £70,000 salary DOE
• Hybrid working
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Private health insurance
• Pension scheme
• Car allowance
• Professional membership subscription paid
• Discretionary performance bonus
• Relaxed, modern and professional working environment

Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Overview

• Take responsibility for the commercial and cost management of projects from inception through to completion
• Manage multiple projects across a varied range of sectors and maintain strong client relationships
• Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates and cost plans throughout the design process
• Manage procurement and tendering processes, including analysis of tender returns and providing recommendations to clients
• Provide pre and post-contract cost management, including valuations, change control and final accounts
• Advise clients and project teams on procurement routes, contract matters and commercial considerations
• Attend project meetings and work closely with clients, contractors and multidisciplinary consultant teams
• Contribute to the continued growth of the consultancy through client relationships, networking and identifying opportunities

Senior Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience gained within a consultancy / PQS environment is essential
• MRICS qualified or actively working towards chartership through the APC process
• Strong pre and post-contract experience
• Experience of managing projects independently and dealing directly with clients
• Good knowledge of JCT contracts, with NEC experience advantageous
• Strong commercial awareness with excellent cost control and analytical skills
• Good communication, client-facing and technical writing skills
• Able to work independently while contributing positively within a small, collaborative team