Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Cheltenham

Type: Full–Time, Permanent

Salary: GBP55,000 GBP70,000 + GBP5,000 Car Allowance + Benefits

The Opportunity

An ambitious, forward–thinking consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding team. This is a hands–on, client–facing role offering the opportunity to take full ownership of cost management services across a variety of complex and high–value construction projects (GBP5m GBP50m+).

You ll play a key role in delivering excellence across pre– and post–contract stages, while supporting business development, mentoring junior staff, and representing the company in sector–wide forums and events. This is a prime opportunity for a commercially savvy QS who is passionate about delivering best–in–class cost advice while driving innovation in a collaborative, high–performance environment.

Key Responsibilities Core Project Delivery

Take full responsibility for end–to–end cost consultancy services on major projects Lead or support the delivery of multiple large–scale projects across sectors such as Commercial, Residential, Retail, Leisure, and Hospitality Provide clear, strategic advice to clients from early feasibility through to contract close–out Promote value–for–money practices while managing commercial risk Pre–Contract Services

Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets, value engineering reports, and benchmarking studies Advise on procurement strategies, tender documentation, and contractor evaluation Engage supply chain and provide support through structured, competitive procurement processes Post–Contract Services

Manage interim valuations, change control, cost reporting, and forecasting Prepare payment certificates, final accounts, and contract administration under JCT and NEC3 Support dispute resolution and contribute to project commercial strategy and delivery review Leadership & Business Development

Mentor and support Assistant QS staff in project delivery and professional development Support business development, including preparing bid proposals and representing the company at industry events Embed best practices, tools, and use of digital systems (CostX, Excel, etc.) in service delivery What We re Looking For

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent) MRICS/MCIOB qualified Proven experience managing projects from GBP5m to GBP50m+ in value Strong technical QS background with both pre– and post–contract capabilities Track record of delivering in commercial, hotel, or leisure projects preferred Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills Commercially aware, detail–focused, and technically confident Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel nationally What s On Offer

Salary: GBP55,000 GBP70,000 + GBP5,000 Car Allowance Bonus: 25% profit share on new business introductions Pension: Up to 6% matched contribution Holiday: 25 days + Birthday + 8 public holidays (34 total) Sick Pay: 2 weeks full pay post–probation Long Service Reward: month salary after 10 years Other Perks: Company laptop Paid RICS subscription fees Subsidised car parking Company–wide social events Maternity/Paternity pay negotiable Ready to take the lead on exciting, multi–sector projects and progress your career with a dynamic consultancy?

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Ad ID: 5416938975