Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Manager

Location: Epping

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Market 36 Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior Cost Manager on behalf of our client, a well-established consultancy based in Epping.

This is a key hire for the business, joining an existing team of 17 professionals. The Senior QS will play a pivotal role in supporting Associate-level colleagues while mentoring Trainee and Assistant Quantity Surveyors, including providing support with APC preparation.

The successful candidate will have a strong consultancy background, be confident working across all stages of the cost management lifecycle, and enjoy a client-facing, collaborative environment.

Projects are varied across the consultancy's core sectors, with a strong pipeline of residential and leisure developments valued between £10m-£50m.

Main Purpose of the Role

To deliver high-quality cost management services across pre- and post-contract stages, while supporting junior team members, maintaining strong client relationships, and contributing to the continued growth of the Cost Management division.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Contract

• Undertake benchmarking and feasibility estimates
• Prepare detailed budget estimates and cost plans
• Produce measured quantities and tender documents, including preliminaries and general conditions
• Conduct tender evaluations and prepare tender reports

Post-Contract

• Prepare interim valuation recommendations
• Produce cost reports and final accounts, including the evaluation of contractor claims
• Deliver effective cost management services across all project stages
• Manage variation control effectively
• Report directly to clients, providing clear and concise advice through reports, correspondence, and presentations
• Attend meetings with clients, contractors, and fellow consultants

Other Responsibilities

• Train and mentor junior staff, supporting APC candidates where appropriate
• Assist with the day-to-day running of the Cost Management division
• Support business development by maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to new opportunities

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Degree qualified (ideally RICS accredited)
• MRICS (or working towards / equivalent experience considered)
• Proven track record in a consultancy-based Quantity Surveying / Cost Management role
• Strong IT literacy, particularly Microsoft Office and spreadsheets
• Excellent numeracy, literacy, and attention to detail
• Confident negotiating with contractors in a fair and professional manner
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and strict deadlines
• Strong client-facing and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Solid understanding of cost management and construction technology

Working Pattern & Benefits

• Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Epping
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

About Market 36 Recruitment

Market 36 Recruitment Ltd cover a range of sectors including Commercial, Industrial, Engineering, HR & Finance and IT. This vacancy is being advertised by Market 36 Recruitment Ltd. We operate as an Employment Business for temporary roles and as an Employment Agency for permanent roles.