- Senior Quantity Surveyor / Associate Quantity Surveyor – Reading
- Salary up to £70,000 + Benefits Package | Hybrid Working
An established multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Senior or Associate Quantity Surveyor to join its Cost Management team in Reading.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor looking to progress their career within a well-regarded consultancy, offering a varied workload, strong client exposure and opportunities for further progression.
The role involves delivering a broad range of pre- and post-contract Cost Management services across multiple sectors, including education, residential, commercial and industrial developments. You’ll have the opportunity to manage your own projects, develop client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the Cost Management service.
Role & Responsibilities
- Deliver pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying and Cost Management services.
- Prepare feasibility estimates and detailed cost plans across the various RIBA stages.
- Advise clients on procurement strategies, tendering and contractual arrangements.
- Prepare tender documentation, evaluate submissions and negotiate contract sums.
- Manage project budgets, valuations, variations and financial reporting.
- Provide contractual advice and negotiate final accounts.
- Manage projects independently, ensuring delivery within agreed budgets and programmes.
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.
- Support and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors.
Skills & Experience
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
- MRICS qualified preferred, although not essential.
- Strong experience delivering Cost Management services within a construction consultancy.
- Good technical knowledge across pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying.
- Sound understanding of JCT contracts and procurement processes.
- Confident managing projects independently and developing client relationships.
- Strong commercial awareness, negotiation and organisational skills.
- Experience supporting junior surveyors would be advantageous.
- Suitable for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or established Associate.
Salary & Benefits
- Salary up to £70,000 depending on experience.
- Car allowance
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Performance-related bonus
- 25 days annual leave, with options to buy, sell or carry over leave.
- Private medical insurance and access to a private GP.
- Pension, life assurance and income protection.
- Discounted gym membership and wellbeing support.
- Ongoing professional development and career progression.
- Varied project portfolio across multiple sectors.
To Apply
For more information or a confidential discussion, contact Andrew Lambert on 07568 490452 or Apply Now
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