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