Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description:

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Maidstone

An established independent construction consultancy based in Maidstone is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work across a varied portfolio of property and construction projects throughout Kent, London and the wider South East.

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will manage commissions from initial feasibility and cost planning through procurement, construction and final account. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will work closely with clients, architects, contractors and wider consultant teams, providing clear commercial advice while maintaining control of project costs, risk and contractual matters.

This role would suit a confident Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys the autonomy and direct client contact offered by an independent consultancy. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be expected to lead projects, maintain strong client relationships and support junior members of the team. For an ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor, there is excellent scope to take on greater responsibility as the consultancy continues to develop.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Key Responsibilities:

Leading cost management commissions from inception through to completion

Preparing feasibility estimates, cost plans and project budgets

Managing tender documentation, tender analysis and procurement

Overseeing valuations, variations and change control

Producing detailed cost reports and commercial forecasts

Negotiating and agreeing final accounts

Advising clients on procurement, contractual and commercial matters

Attending client, design team and site meetings

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Candidate Requirements:

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline

Strong UK PQS or cost consultancy experience

MRICS qualified or actively working towards chartership

Good working knowledge of JCT contracts and UK procurement routes

Proven experience managing projects through pre- and post-contract stages

Strong commercial judgement and client-facing communication skills

Comfortable managing multiple commissions independently

In Return:

£65,000 - £75,000 per annum

Maidstone-based position

Varied project exposure across Kent and the South East

High level of project ownership and client contact

Continued professional development and career progression

Bonus Scheme (Performative + Garunteed)

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

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Reference #DM22959

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