Senior Quantity Surveyor (Client‑Side / Consultancy Experience)
Location: Exeter
Sector: Construction Consultancy – Healthcare, Education, and High-Value Private Projects
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Package
The Opportunity
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a B Corp–certified, award‑winning consultancy shaping the future of construction across the South West.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take the lead on high‑profile, purpose‑driven projects spanning healthcare transformation, education facilities, research environments, and private client developments. With project values typically between £5m and £50m, you’ll have full commercial ownership of schemes that make a genuine impact on local communities.
You’ll join a consultancy that’s setting new standards for sustainability and ethics — recognised with the Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development and as the world’s first Chartered Surveyors to achieve B Corp Certification™. Deliver meaningful work in a company that puts People, Place, and Planet first.
Role Overview
* Take ownership of pre‑ and post‑contract cost management across multiple projects.
* Deliver expert budgeting, cost planning, procurement, and contract administration.
* Lead value engineering, risk management, and financial reporting.
* Administer contracts under JCT and NEC frameworks.
* Support and mentor junior surveyors as part of a collaborative, growing team.
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring excellence at every stage.
* Deliver projects that include:
o A £30m Performing Arts Theatre in Andover
o A UK‑first Oncology & Wellness Centre (£30m+)
o A SEND school expansion for a Local Authority
About You
* Minimum 4+ years’ PQS / consultancy experience in cost management.
* MRICS qualified (or close to completion).
* Strong technical knowledge of construction methodologies, procurement, and contract administration.
* Proven ability to manage complex budgets, risks, and commercial performance.
* Skilled communicator with experience handling client‑facing responsibilities.
* Confident using Microsoft 365 and cost management tools such as CostX, iTWO, or CADMeasure.
* Experienced in NEC and JCT contracts.
* Proactive, detail‑focused, and driven to deliver sustainable, value‑led outcomes.
Company Profile
Our client is a forward‑thinking, purpose‑led consultancy combining commercial excellence with a deep commitment to social and environmental responsibility. Their Exeter office is central to their South West operations, delivering landmark projects that are reshaping communities for the better.
You’ll be joining a business that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration — offering genuine autonomy, a structured path for progression, and an environment where your voice matters.
What’s in it for you?
* Competitive salary + annual bonus
* Hybrid working & flexible hours
* 38 days holiday (including public holidays) + birthday off
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
* 6% employer pension contribution
* Life cover (3x salary) & Aviva Digicare+ wellbeing access
* Ongoing training, CPD, and chartership support
* Volunteering & charitable initiatives
* Regular social, professional, and community events
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