Senior Quantity Surveyor - Brandon James

Brandon James; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is seeking a proactive Monitoring Surveyor to join their team in Bristol. This role involves delivering monitoring services for various projects, while providing support and progression opportunities. Ideal candidates should be degree-qualified, preferably MRICS, and possess strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive culture. Those with monitoring surveying experience or interested in business development will be highly regarded.

Benefits

Health insurance

Generous Pension Plan

APC Programme

Flexible working conditions

Cycle to work scheme

Income protection

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Quantity Surveying or similar, ideally RICS-accredited.
• Experience in monitoring surveying or strong understanding of the process.
• Consultancy background with strong comms skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver monitoring surveying services for funders.
• Review plans, contracts, and documentation.
• Produce reports and attend client meetings.

Skills

Client-facing communication

Monitoring surveying expertise

Project management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

A well-established, multi-disciplinary construction consultancy is looking to appoint a proactive Monitoring Surveyor to join their expanding team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for a Monitoring Surveyor to become part of a respected UK-wide practice with a growing presence in fund monitoring and traditional cost consultancy.

The Monitoring Surveyor

The successful Monitoring Surveyor will play a key role in delivering monitoring services for lenders and financial institutions, working across a wide variety of schemes including residential, commercial, industrial (sheds), and mixed-use developments. With increasing demand in this area, there is a genuine opportunity to contribute to the development of the service line and help grow the local team.

This role offers clear progression within the business and would suit a Monitoring Surveyor looking to take on more responsibility, build strong client relationships, and take a lead on multiple projects.

MRICS status is desirable, though full APC support will be provided for those currently working towards chartership. Monitoring Surveyor Candidates with relevant industry contacts or an interest in developing new business will be particularly well regarded.

Role & Responsibilities

• Deliver monitoring surveying services on behalf of funders and financial institutions
• Review cost plans, contracts, programmes, and development documentation
• Produce Initial Reports and regular Progress / Drawing Reports
• Attend site visits and client meetings, providing regular progress updates
• Liaise with developers, contractors, and lenders to ensure risks are identified and managed
• Support junior colleagues and contribute to the wider team's development

Required Experience

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field (RICS-accredited)
• MRICS preferred; APC support available for candidates working towards chartership
• Previous experience in monitoring surveying or strong understanding of the process
• Consultancy background with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with construction contracts and reporting formats
• Confident in a client-facing role with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Industry contacts and a collaborative approach to team growth are desirable

What's in it for you?

• £40,000 - £55,000
• 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 Monitoring Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dominic Jansen at Brandon James.

01628 334 719

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