Senior Quantity Surveyor

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Winchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Car allowance

Professional membership subscription

Discretionary performance bonus

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor in the Winchester area. The role involves taking ownership of projects, managing cost and commercial aspects from inception to completion, and direct client interaction across varied sectors.

The position offers hybrid working, a salary of £50,000-£70,000 DOE, and a path to senior leadership within a growing consultancy.

Qualifications

• Minimum Quantity Surveying experience in a consultancy/PQS environment.
• MRICS qualification or APC progression.
• Strong pre- and post-contract experience.
• Excellent cost control and analytical skills.
• Good communication and client-facing/technical writing abilities.
• Ability to work independently within a small, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for commercial and cost management from inception to completion.
• Manage multiple projects across sectors and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates and cost plans.
• Manage procurement, tendering and provide recommendations to clients.
• Provide pre/post-contract cost management, valuations and final accounts.
• Advise on procurement routes, contracts and commercial considerations.

Skills

Quantity surveying experience

MRICS APC

Pre and post-contract experience

Cost control & analytics

Client-facing communication

Independent working in small team

Contract knowledge: JCT (NEC a bonus)

Job description

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

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