Senior Quantity Surveyor - Development

ZipRecruiter; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development company in Liverpool seeks a Senior Quantity Surveyor with consultancy or client-side experience. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS qualification, and at least 5 years PQE. The role involves managing costs across projects and provides opportunities for impactful work in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with benefits

Opportunity for professional development

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years PQE in consultancy or client-side role.
• Strong understanding of JCT Design & Build contracts.
• Experience in living sector or PBSA projects is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs and commercial risk from feasibility to completion.
• Produce initial cost advice and feasibility reports.
• Monitor project budgets and control expenditure.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Cost Management

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

MRICS qualification

Job description

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor, Development

Location: Liverpool

Sector: PBSA / Residential / Living Sector

Salary: £70k upwards plus benefits

Are you a Quantity Surveyor with a consultancy or client-side background looking for a fresh and exciting challenge? If you're tired of the same old schemes and want to be at the heart of high-impact residential and PBSA projects, this could be your next move.

We’re recruiting on behalf of a highly successful property development company based in the North West, who are growing their commercial team due to a strong pipeline of refurbishment and new-build projects. This is a rare opportunity to join a reputable and well-funded business that’s known for delivering meaningful developments across the region.

The Role

This is an in-house position, ideally suited to someone with a consultancy, developer, or end-user background. We are not looking for contractor QSs for this role.

You will be responsible for managing costs and commercial risk across the project lifecycle—from feasibility and planning through to completion. This includes:

• Producing initial cost advice and feasibility reports for potential development opportunities
• Preparing and managing accurate, detailed cost plans
• Monitoring project budgets and controlling expenditure throughout the lifecycle
• Overseeing tendering processes and contractor negotiations
• Administering JCT Design & Build contracts
• Managing cash flow forecasts, cost reporting, value engineering, and final accounts
• Supporting the development team in funding applications with clear, accurate cost data
• Building strong relationships with external consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Attending site meetings, resolving commercial issues, and ensuring timely project delivery

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a confident, commercially astute QS who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on development environment. Ideally, you will have:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar
• MRICS , with minimum 5 years PQE
• Experience in the consultancy or client-side sector (developer/end-user)
• Living sector or PBSA project experience is a bonus but not essential
• Strong understanding of JCT Design & Build contracts
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationwide as required

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in-house on impactful schemes with a company that values collaboration, autonomy, and long-term development. You'll be part of a growing team and have genuine influence on high-profile projects across the UK.

Let’s Talk

If this sounds like the role you’ve been waiting for, get in touch!

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