We’re working with a well-established, multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy with a strong track record of delivering complex, high-value developments across the UK. With over 20 years’ experience, they operate across the full built environment lifecycle, combining cost management, project delivery, and strategic development expertise. If you’re a Senior Quantity Surveyor within real estate or residential and looking to step up into an Associate role, this could be a strong next move. The business takes a highly collaborative approach, working closely with clients to provide clear, commercially focused advice across residential, mixed-use, education, and hospitality sectors. An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate Quantity Surveyor to join their cost management team. This is a senior, client-facing role offering genuine variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to take ownership of projects from early feasibility through to completion. You’ll play a key role in shaping commercial strategy, supporting project delivery, and acting as a trusted advisor to a diverse client base. What You’ll Be Doing Leading cost management services across a broad portfolio of high-value developments (typically £10m–£200m) Providing full commercial oversight including cost planning, procurement strategy, risk management, and final accounts Acting as a key client advisor, presenting clear and confident commercial recommendations Working closely with multidisciplinary teams across planning, development, and project management Supporting and mentoring junior members of the QS team Managing multiple schemes simultaneously across different regions Project Exposure You’ll be involved in a diverse range of major UK schemes, including: Large-scale residential and mixed-use developments (up to £200m) Build-to-rent and co-living schemes across key UK cities High-end residential and luxury hotel developments, including mixed-use hospitality schemes Multi-unit regeneration and development pipelines for repeat institutional clients Coordinated regional programmes spanning multiple live projects simultaneously What We’re Looking For MRICS qualified (or equivalent) Quantity Surveyor Strong consultancy background delivering complex projects from inception to completion Excellent knowledge of JCT, NEC, or other standard forms of contract Strong experience in cost planning, procurement, tender analysis, risk management, and final accounts Confident client-facing communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders Proven ability to manage multiple live projects Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members What’s on Offer Competitive salary plus bonus and car allowance Hybrid and flexible working model Exposure to high-profile residential, BTR, co-living, and hotel developments across the UK Clear progression pathway to Associate Director and Director level Strong project variety and client exposure from day one Apply To apply or find out more, please send your CV to: freya.handley@vertical-recruitment.co.uk