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Senior Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James
Posted 22 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh EH13EG, Scotland

Salary

£55,000 - £65,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • An established UK Construction Consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for their Edinburgh office with a salary range of £55,000 to £65,000.
  • The role involves managing a diverse portfolio of projects, including a £45 million hotel development and a £15 million PBSA scheme, from inception to completion.
  • Candidates should have a RICS accredited degree, previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy, and ideally be MRICS or working towards it.
  • The position offers a flexible hybrid working setup, a strong bonus scheme, and genuine opportunities for career progression.
  • This consultancy values autonomy and encourages a proactive approach within a dynamic team environment.

An established, forward-thinking UK Construction Consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their thriving Edinburgh office. This is a standout opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead prestigious city-centre projects while benefiting from a flexible hybrid setup, strong bonus scheme, and genuine progression opportunities.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of a varied portfolio of schemes, including:

  • 45m landmark hotel development in Edinburgh city centre
  • 15m PBSA scheme in a prime location
  • 10m serviced apartment project
  • Major infrastructure and masterplanning work at Edinburgh Airport
  • Leisure facilities, private residential schemes, steel-framed industrial sheds, and select projects in Newcastle/Durham

You will manage projects from inception through to completion, taking responsibility for cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and client liaison. The consultancy values autonomy - there's no micromanagement, no repetitive frameworks - and encourages a proactive approach.

This is a dynamic, social team of 7 Quantity Surveyors within a wider office of 12-15, supported by Project Managers and administrative staff. With an excellent track record of developing talent, they offer a real meritocracy, with pathways into Associate-level roles for ambitious individuals.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor - Requirements

  • RICS accredited degree qualification (ideally BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying)
  • Previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy
  • Strong pre and post contract experience
  • MRICS ideally or currently working towards
  • A successful track record leading projects from inception to completion

In Return?

  • 55,000 - 65,000
  • Car allowance
  • 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Competitive Bonus Scheme (twice a year)
  • Flexible / hybrid working 2x days a week
  • Strong support with APC & professional development
  • Pension
  • Milage / Expenses
  • Company phone & laptop
  • Progression to Senior QS role
  • Professional membership fees paid
  • Private Healthcare

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with autonomy, exciting projects, and a genuine route to progression, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James

Ref: #JL16604N

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Quantity Surveying | Cost Manager | MRICS | APC | PQS | Edinburgh | Commercial | Residential | Industrial

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