Senior Quantity Surveyor �� Location: Cheltenham �� Type: Full-Time, Permanent �� Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Benefits
The Opportunity An ambitious, forward-thinking consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its expanding team. This is a hands-on, client-facing role offering the opportunity to take full ownership of cost management services across a variety of complex and high-value construction projects (£5m–£50m+). You’ll play a key role in delivering excellence across pre- and post-contract stages, while supporting business development, mentoring junior staff, and representing the company in sector-wide forums and events. This is a prime opportunity for a commercially savvy QS who is passionate about delivering best-in-class cost advice while driving innovation in a collaborative, high-performance environment.
Key Responsibilities Core Project Delivery
- Take full responsibility for end-to-end cost consultancy services on major projects
- Lead or support the delivery of multiple large-scale projects across sectors such as Commercial, Residential, Retail, Leisure, and Hospitality
- Provide clear, strategic advice to clients from early feasibility through to contract close-out
- Promote value-for-money practices while managing commercial risk
Pre-Contract Services
- Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets, value engineering reports, and benchmarking studies
- Advise on procurement strategies, tender documentation, and contractor evaluation
- Engage supply chain and provide support through structured, competitive procurement processes
Post-Contract Services
- Manage interim valuations, change control, cost reporting, and forecasting
- Prepare payment certificates, final accounts, and contract administration under JCT and NEC3
- Support dispute resolution and contribute to project commercial strategy and delivery review
Leadership & Business Development
- Mentor and support Assistant QS staff in project delivery and professional development
- Support business development, including preparing bid proposals and representing the company at industry events
- Embed best practices, tools, and use of digital systems (CostX, Excel, etc.) in service delivery
What We’re Looking For
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
- MRICS/MCIOB qualified
- Proven experience managing projects from £5m to £50m+ in value
- Strong technical QS background with both pre- and post-contract capabilities
- Track record of delivering in commercial, hotel, or leisure projects preferred
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Commercially aware, detail-focused, and technically confident
- Full UK Driving Licence and willingness to travel nationally
What’s On Offer
- �� Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance
- �� Bonus: 25% profit share on new business introductions
- �� Pension: Up to 6% matched contribution
- �� Holiday: 25 days + Birthday + 8 public holidays (34 total)
- �� Sick Pay: 2 weeks full pay post-probation
- �� Long Service Reward: ½ month salary after 10 years
- �� Other Perks:
- Company laptop
- Paid RICS subscription fees
- Subsidised car parking
- Company-wide social events
- Maternity/Paternity pay negotiable
Ready to take the lead on exciting, multi-sector projects and progress your career with a dynamic consultancy? Apply now or get in touch to learn more….