Quantity Surveyor - Chichester (Hybrid Working) £40k - £65k DOE Defence Sector Projects International Project Exposure
Bennett & Game are currently representing a specialist Main Contractor based near Chichester who are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This is an exclusive opportunity being managed by Bennett & Game Recruitment, working with a contractor that delivers technically complex construction projects across the UK and internationally within secure and defence-related sectors.
The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects typically ranging from £250k to £8m, working with long-term clients across the defence and infrastructure sectors.
The position offers a hybrid working structure with typically 2-3 days per week based in the Chichester office, making the role suitable for candidates located across Brighton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Guildford and surrounding areas.
While the role is primarily UK-based, the business also delivers projects across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and the Caribbean. The successful candidate will have the option to spend approximately 2-4 weeks per year supporting international projects, although the role can remain entirely UK-based if preferred.
This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to step up or an intermediate Quantity Surveyor seeking greater project ownership, working closely with the Commercial Manager and supported by an Assistant QS.
Why Apply?
Exclusive role managed by Bennett & Game Recruitment Opportunity to work on secure and defence sector projects with a strong pipeline of work Hybrid working with flexibility around office attendance Optional international project exposure across multiple global locations Clear progression within a supportive and close-knit commercial team Opportunity to manage projects from tender through to completion
Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits
Salary: £40k - £65k DOE Car allowance Private medical cover and healthcare Bonus scheme APC / CIOB / RICS support Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days per week in the Chichester office) Optional international project travel Pension scheme EV car scheme Cycle to work scheme 22 days holiday plus bank holidays + Christmas shutdown 37.5-hour working week (Monday - Friday)
Quantity Surveyor Job Overview
Manage the commercial process from tender stage through to final account Deliver projects within the defence and secure infrastructure sectors valued between £250k and £8m Office base in Chichester with regular site visits across the South of England Work closely with the Commercial Manager and wider delivery team Manage subcontractor procurement, variations, valuations and cost control Potential opportunity to support international projects if desired
Quantity Surveyor Job Requirements
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline Minimum 3 years' experience within a Quantity Surveying role (or experienced AQS looking to step up) Experience within construction, refurbishment or defence-related projects beneficial Familiarity with NRM1 beneficial but not essential Must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance for defence-related projects Full UK driving licence Professional, organised and confident managing commercial responsibilities
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