Job Description
Residential / PBSA / Co-Living / Commercial Offices Construction Consultancy – Central London, office based with regular site attendance £45,000 – £65,000 depending on experience and MRICS status Circle is a client-side, multi-disciplinary construction consultancy. Our team brings experience from a broad range of backgrounds, including contractor-side roles, to inform our Cost Management and Project Management services. We deliver Residential, Co-Living, PBSA (Purpose Built Student Accommodation), Build to Rent (BTR), Commercial Office, Education and Heritage projects across London and the UK. Due to continued growth across our London teams, we are seeking a Quantity Surveyor (or Assistant QS ready to step up) to join our Central London office. Projects range from 50 to 500+ unit residential and mixed-use developments, typically valued between £20m–£100m.The Role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a key commercial role across projects, working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Directors. Depending on your experience level, you will take ownership of defined workstreams while continuing to develop your capability within a supportive team structure. This is a client-facing role offering clear progression toward Senior QS level.Key Responsibilities
* Lead/Assist with Pre-Contract Cost Planning (RIBA Stages 1–4) - Depending on project size
* Lead/support procurement and tender processes - depending on project size.
* Administer elements of JCT Contracts (D&B / SBC)
* Assist with post-contract commercial management
* Undertake Interim Valuations / Produce Payment Notices
* Variations & Change Management
* Monthly cost reporting
* Cash flow forecasting
* Stakeholder liaison
Experience & Requirements
* MRICS desirable but not essential
* If not MRCIS, actively working towards APC (or keen to begin the process)
* Experience within a cost consultancy or contractor environment
* Residential new build experience desirable
* Experience administering JCT Contracts
* Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
We welcome applications from Quantity Surveyors with contractor-side experience who are looking to transition into consultancy. Circle has had several recent hires who have made this transition successfully.Company Benefits
* Private healthcare
* Company pension scheme
* Annual company ski trip
* Exposure to high-value London residential schemes
* Clear progression pathway toward Senior QS position
* Collaborative and social team environment
* Modern cost management systems and digital tools
* Structured mentoring and support for APC progression
* Fortnightly CPD sessions
If you are a commercially astute Associate Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, we would like to hear from you.REF-227 263