Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor

Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor

Location : Hybrid working, London based – SE1 2AU
Salary : Highly Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Package
Contract : Full time, Permanent

Lead Major Projects. Influence Key Decisions. Accelerate Your Career.

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to take the lead on landmark developments and play a pivotal role within a growing consultancy

At Monaghans, we're looking for a talented Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor to join our established London team. This is an outstanding opportunity to work on a flagship city-centre residential development with a contract value exceeding nine figures, while supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across the Residential, Retail, Commercial, and Leisure sectors.

Working closely with senior leadership, you'll become a trusted advisor to clients, lead commercial delivery on prestigious developments, and help shape the future growth of our London office.

If you're ambitious, commercially astute, and passionate about delivering exceptional project outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Monaghans

Monaghans is a leading multi-disciplinary Built Environment Consultancy delivering best-in-class services throughout the UK and internationally.

With offices in London, Sheffield, Manchester, and Leeds, we provide expert consultancy services across:

• Cost Management
• Project Management
• Programme Management
• Building Surveying
• Health & Safety Consultancy

Our reputation has been built on technical excellence, long-term client partnerships, and investing in our people. As our London office continues to grow, you'll join a collaborative and forward-thinking team delivering some of the industry's most exciting projects.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to take ownership of a major High-Risk Residential Building (HRRB) scheme while contributing to a varied portfolio of commissions across multiple sectors.

You'll play a key role in cost management, commercial strategy, risk management, procurement, and client engagement, helping ensure successful project delivery from inception through to completion.

This is the ideal opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a broader leadership role, or an established Associate seeking a new challenge within a dynamic consultancy environment.
What You'll Be Doing

As our Senior / Associate Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Lead Cost Management and Quantity Surveying services on a major High-Risk Residential development
• Deliver expert pre-contract and post-contract services across multiple projects
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted commercial advisor
• Manage cost planning, budgeting, procurement strategies, tendering processes, and contract administration
• Identify and mitigate project risks while advising clients on key commercial decisions
• Oversee project costs, forecasts, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle
• Coordinate and lead multidisciplinary project teams, consultants, and contractors
• Support, mentor, and develop junior team members
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the London office

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a commercially minded professional with strong consultancy experience and a proven ability to deliver complex projects while building lasting client relationships.

Essential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (BSc or equivalent)
• Minimum 7 years' experience within a consultancy Quantity Surveying role
• Strong experience delivering both pre-contract and post-contract services
• Proven residential sector experience, with HRRB experience highly desirable
• Extensive knowledge of contracts and contract administration
• Experience working across a variety of procurement routes
• Expertise in cost planning, budgeting, procurement, tendering, and risk management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior professionals
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management capabilities
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and industry-standard software

What You'll Get in Return

At Monaghans, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we offer a highly competitive reward package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and long-term success.

Our Benefits Include

• Highly competitive salary and remuneration package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Structured career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and training programmes
• Support towards professional qualifications and accreditation
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes
• Collaborative and supportive team culture
• Community engagement opportunities
• Exposure to high-profile and career-enhancing projects

Investing in Your Future

We are committed to the continuous professional development of our people and provide comprehensive training, mentoring, and support at every stage of your career.

Whether you're pursuing further academic qualifications, professional accreditation, or leadership development, we'll help you achieve your goals and realise your full potential.

About Monaghans

For more than 50 years, Monaghans has been delivering expert consultancy solutions that provide certainty, value, and exceptional outcomes for clients across the built environment.

Our success is driven by our talented people, innovative thinking, and commitment to excellence. Join us and become part of a consultancy where your contribution makes a real impact.

Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Ready to Build Something Exceptional

Apply today and take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career with Monaghans.

No agencies, please.