Senior Quantity Surveyor

A respected construction and property consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its growing Southampton office. Working across a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, education, healthcare, and public sector developments, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a leading role within an established and collaborative team.

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of projects from inception through to completion, providing comprehensive pre- and post-contract cost management services. You will work directly with clients, consultants, and contractors, delivering strategic commercial advice while overseeing procurement, cost reporting, valuations, and final accounts across multiple live schemes.

This position is ideal for a commercially minded Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys managing projects, building long-term client relationships, and mentoring junior team members within a consultancy that genuinely supports career progression.

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Key Responsibilities:

• Leading the preparation of cost plans, budgets, and feasibility studies

• Managing tender processes, procurement strategies, and contract documentation

• Delivering post-contract services including valuations, variations, and cost reporting

• Attending client meetings, site inspections, and project review meetings

• Managing final accounts and ensuring successful commercial project delivery

• Supporting and mentoring junior surveyors within the team

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline

• Strong UK consultancy experience in a Quantity Surveying role

• Proven experience delivering both pre- and post-contract services

• Good working knowledge of JCT contracts (NEC experience advantageous)

• Excellent communication and client management skills

• MRICS or working towards chartership would be beneficial

In Return:

• £70,000 - £80,000 per annum

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

• Pension scheme

• Private healthcare

• Professional memberships paid

• Clear pathway towards Associate level

• Varied and high-quality project portfolio across the South

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

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