Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager – Nottingham

Edmond Shipway; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmond Shipway in Nottingham is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager to lead cost management and project delivery across Private and Public sectors, including healthcare clients. You will manage budgets, contracts, and team collaboration to meet client briefs, timelines, and profitability targets.

Reporting to the Director – Nottingham, you will run project programmes, coordinate internal and external teams, present cost and risk analyses to senior stakeholders, and mentor junior

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager with 5+ years post-qualification.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., RICS).
• Strong cost management and contract administration knowledge.
• Extensive experience with JCT contracts and multi-project delivery.
• Experience with hotel/leisure sector is advantageous.
• Able to lead projects commercially and operationally from feasibility to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantity surveying and project management for multiple projects.
• Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets from feasibility to completion.
• Advise on procurement options and contract choices.
• Monitor costs, forecast trends and report to clients and teams.
• Provide cost guidance and value engineering advice.
• Review variations, manage contractor payments and sign-off documents.
• Conduct site visits and support the project team.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants and contractors for delivery.

Skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Project management

Client relationship management

Team mentorship

Negotiation skills

Driving licence

Education

RICS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cost management software

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager – Nottingham

Reporting to: Director – Nottingham

Last Updated: October 2026

Our Role

We are now recruiting within our Edmond Shipway team for a driven and motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager to join the team in our Nottingham office. We have a proven track record of delivery to a range of clients across both Private and Public sectors, with a significant number of healthcare clients. This role will include responsibility for the project management of projects and ensure the service delivered meets the client’s brief, on time and within the Company’s profitability targets

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a diverse range of exciting projects while working in a supportive, dynamic environment, with clearly identifiable progression and development.

About Us

Cornerstone Group is a forward-thinking leader across the architectural, design, engineering, building consultancy and technology sectors, delivering expertise throughout the entire project lifecycle. From initial concept development and master planning to project delivery, monitoring, and long-term performance, the group is committed to excellence at every stage.

Each business within the group operates with the focus and agility of a specialist practice while benefiting from the collective strength, shared expertise and unified values of integrity, rigor and long-term partnership that define Cornerstone Group.

This unique combination of specialist knowledge and collaborative support makes Cornerstone Group an exciting, innovative and contemporary destination for your next career move.

We offer a strong opportunity for personal and professional growth within our supportive team.

Key Performance Areas

Quantity Surveying

• Prepare cost estimates and manage project budgets from feasibility to completion.
• Provide advice and support to client and project team on procurement options and contract selection.
• Monitor, forecast and report on project costs on a regular basis as agreed with the client and appointment documents and ensure they stay within agreed budgets.
• Provide cost advice and guidance to clients and the project team.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure value for money is achieved at every stage.
• Prepare tender documents, contracts, and agreements with clients and contractors.
• Review and manage contractor variations and resolve any contractual issues.
• Undertake contractor valuations and payments.
• Conduct site visits to monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and provide support to the full project team.
• Work closely with other members of the project team to deliver successful project outcomes.
• Build and maintain relationship with clients and project team and identify opportunities for further project involvement. Feedback and co-ordinate with Director on planned actions and development
• Mentor and support other team members.
• Obtain sign off for documents as set out within company ISO procedures.
• Follows our practice ways of working, using systems to enable as required.

Project Management

• Lead projects from planning through to handover.
• Develop project execution plans and delivery strategies.
• Manage project programmes and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Coordinate internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Chair project meetings and provide clear progress updates.
• Monitor project performance, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Ensure effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Resolve project issues and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, and governance requirements.
• Oversee project commissioning, handover, and close-out activities

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor/Project Manager in the construction industry, with at least 5 years post professional qualification.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g., RICS, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of cost management and contract administration.
• Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract with extensive experience of using the full suite of JCT contracts.
• Experience in working with private sector clients ideally with specific experience in the hotel and leisure sector
• Demonstrable experience providing both project-management and quantity-surveying services, with the ability to lead projects commercially and operationally from feasibility through to completion.
• Experience developing trusted relationships with client project, property, procurement, finance and operational teams.
• Confidence presenting cost, programme, risk and procurement advice to senior stakeholders.
• Proven experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong commercial management and cost control expertise.
• Experience managing contractors, consultants, and client relationships.
• Demonstrable experience delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software (e.g., Microsoft Office, cost management tools, etc.).
• A full UK driving licence, with unrestricted use of a car is essential to enable site visits.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Can demonstrate sharing our core values:
  • Integrity – We do the right thing – even when no one’s watching.
  • Excellence – We take care and pride in getting things done right.
  • Innovation – We’re always looking for a better way.
  • Collaboration – We share ideas, stay honest with each other, and combine our strengths to deliver better solutions.
  • Client Focus – We listen and make every client interaction count.
  • People Growth – We grow our team so we can grow together.

We value diversity at Cornerstone Group. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment equally and fairly, regardless of race, colour, ethnic or national background, religion or religious beliefs, gender or gender realignment, sexual orientation or marital status, responsibility for dependants or age, or disability. Please feel free to let us know which pronouns you prefer to use during the application process.