Calibre Search
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Associate - Consultancy
Southampton
A well-established property consultancy is looking to strengthen its Southampton cost management team with an experienced Quantity Surveyor, at Surveyor, Senior, or Senior Associate level. The business operates across a diverse range of sectors, including residential, commercial, education, and leisure. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced QS looking to take the next step in their career within a growing consultancy, with the opportunity to work on a varied portfolio of projects and take on increasing responsibility.
The Role
As a Quantity Surveyor / Senior / Senior Associate, you will be involved in delivering cost management services across a range of projects, working closely with clients, contractors and wider project teams.
Responsibilities
- Providing cost management and quantity surveying services throughout the project lifecycle
- Cost planning, estimating and budgeting
- Measurement and preparation of tender documentation
- Procurement and tender analysis
- Contract administration and commercial management
- Interim valuations, payment applications and cost reporting
- Managing variations, change control and final accounts
- Providing commercial advice to clients and project teams
- Attending site and client meetings
- Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
- Supporting junior members of the team and contributing to the continued growth of the Southampton office
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Post-contract experience would be highly desirable.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience working within a consultancy environment
- Strong pre-contract experience, with post-contract experience highly desirable
- Good knowledge of cost management and commercial processes
- Strong client facing and communication skills
- The ability to manage projects and work independently
- A relevant Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent qualification
The role will involve regular site visits, so candidates should be comfortable travelling to projects across the region where required.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Package & Benefits
- Negotiable salary, depending on experience and level
- 55p per mile mileage allowance
- Private healthcare
- 25 days' annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
- Additional gifted time off around Christmas
- Support towards MRICS/APC and professional development
- Long term progression opportunities within a growing consultancy
Working Environment
The Southampton office has a current team of 15 and provide services across:
- Building Surveying
- Cost Management
- Project Management
- Marketing / HR functions
The successful candidate will join a collaborative cost management team with opportunities to work across a varied project portfolio and develop their career within the business.
If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity in Southampton and would like to find out more, please get in touch with Gemma at Calibre Search for a confidential conversation.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London