Senior Quantity Surveyor
About the Role
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a respected and well-established consultancy based in Ipswich, 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 Senior QS, 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 Responsibilities
* Take ownership of projects from pre-contract stage through to final account
* Provide procurement advice and deliver cost certainty to clients
* Lead on feasibility studies, detailed cost planning, and budget management
* Prepare tender documentation and manage the tendering process
* Carry out full post-contract duties including valuations, cost reporting, and variations
* Administer construction contracts and advise on contract strategy
* Attend and chair project/client meetings
* Collaborate with internal and external teams including architects, M&E consultants, engineers, and building surveyors
* Manage and mentor junior QS staff where required
* Maintain regular client contact and ensure exceptional service delivery
* Prepare accurate reports, specifications, meeting minutes, and formal documents
* Support the business in winning repeat and new work through excellent client service
Requirements & Experience
* Minimum of 5 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within the construction or property services sector
* Strong experience working across healthcare, education, and/or commercial projects (both new build and refurb desirable)
* Proven knowledge of both pre- and post-contract surveying
* Strong working knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.)
* Good understanding of procurement strategies and contract administration
* Excellent communication, client-facing, and stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Proficient with industry software such as CostX, MS Excel, Word, and presentation tools
* MRICS qualified (or working towards) - desirable but not essential
* High level of awareness of construction Health and Safety practices
* Full UK driving licence preferred
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What's On Offer
* Competitive salary
* Genuine opportunity for progression within a growing and supportive consultancy
* Involvement in a wide variety of meaningful, high-impact projects
* Continuous professional development, training, and mentoring support
* A positive and inclusive working environment
* Flexible 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.
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