Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description:

An independent Oxford construction consultancy is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing cost management team. The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will work across a varied portfolio of science, education, commercial and residential projects throughout Oxford and the wider region.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor's Role

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of commissions from early feasibility and cost planning through procurement, construction and final account.

Working directly with clients, consultants and contractors, the Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide clear commercial advice, manage project costs and help shape procurement strategy. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will also support junior colleagues while building strong relationships with clients across Oxford's property and development market.

This position would suit a Senior Quantity Surveyor who wants greater autonomy within a smaller, hands-on consultancy environment, while retaining access to technically interesting and varied projects.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor

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

Strong UK PQS / construction consultancy experience

MRICS qualified or actively working towards chartership

Proven pre- and post-contract cost management experience

Confident preparing cost plans, tender documentation and procurement advice

Experience managing valuations, variations and final accounts

Good knowledge of JCT contracts and UK procurement routes

Experience across science, education, commercial or residential projects would be advantageous

Strong client-facing, reporting and communication skills

Able to manage several commissions with limited supervision

Comfortable mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors

Ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress towards Associate level

In Return

£70,000 - £80,000 per annum

Oxford-based position

Varied and technically interesting project portfolio

Direct client and project responsibility

Strong professional development support

Opportunity to mentor junior team members

Clear progression towards Associate level

Collaborative consultancy environment with greater project autonomy

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

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