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Job Title


Senior Quantity Surveyor


Company : Aldwych Consulting


Location : Ipswich, England


Created : 2025-07-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experiencedSenior Quantity Surveyorto join a respected and well-established consultancy based in Suffolk. You will be part of a growing commercial management team, delivering high-quality quantity surveying services across a diverse range of projects and clients. As theSenior Quantity Surveyor , you will take full ownership of projects from inception to completion, acting as a key advisor to clients, providing cost planning, procurement advice, contract administration, and post-contract cost management. The role offers genuine progression, autonomy, and the chance to build client relationships within an established business known for quality delivery and professional integrity.Key ResponsibilitiesTake ownership of projects from pre-contract stage through to final accountProvide procurement advice and deliver cost certainty to clientsLead on feasibility studies, detailed cost planning, and budget managementPrepare tender documentation and manage the tendering processCarry out full post-contract duties including valuations, cost reporting, and variationsAdminister construction contracts and advise on contract strategyAttend and chair project/client meetingsCollaborate with internal and external teams including architects, M&E consultants, engineers, and building surveyorsManage and mentor junior QS staff where requiredMaintain regular client contact and ensure exceptional service deliveryPrepare accurate reports, specifications, meeting minutes, and formal documentsSupport the business in winning repeat and new work through excellent client serviceRequirements & ExperienceAn intermediate or senior level of experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction or property services sectorStrong experience working across healthcare, education, and/or commercial projects (both new build and refurb desirable)Proven knowledge of both pre- and post-contract surveyingStrong working knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.)Good understanding of procurement strategies and contract administrationExcellent communication, client-facing, and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyProficient with industry software such asCostX , MS Excel, Word, and presentation toolsMRICS qualified (or working towards) - desirable but not essentialHigh level of awareness of constructionHealth and SafetypracticesFull UK driving licence preferredWhat's On OfferCompetitive salaryGenuine opportunity for progression within a growing and supportive consultancyInvolvement in a wide variety of meaningful, high-impact projectsContinuous professional development, training, and mentoring supportA positive and inclusive working environmentFlexible working policy and autonomy in managing your schedule Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.#J-18808-Ljbffr