Associate Quantity Surveyor

Data Centres | Infrastructure | Major Projects

Up to -85,000 + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking for an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor to join its growing team and play a key role in the delivery of major, technically complex projects across the UK.

With a strong pipeline of Data Centre, Infrastructure, Mixed-Use and Residential projects, this is an opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to step into a high-impact role with genuine scope to influence projects, clients and the wider business.

The successful candidate will work closely with the QS Director, taking a lead role within project teams, shaping commercial strategy and mentoring junior colleagues.

The Role

The Associate Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of key commercial functions across the project lifecycle, including:

• Leading the development of cost plans, estimates and procurement strategies
• Managing valuations, cost reporting, change control and contract administration
• Supporting the negotiation and settlement of claims and final accounts
• Identifying and managing commercial risk from inception through to completion
• Acting as a trusted client advisor and key point of contact
• Leading and mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors
• Supporting the development of commercial strategy and project delivery
• Contributing to business development and long-term client relationships

The Person

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record in large-scale construction and complex programmes.

They will ideally bring:

• Strong pre- and post-contract experience
• Experience across Data Centres, Infrastructure or other complex construction sectors
• Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to project delivery
• MRICS status, or a clear pathway towards chartership
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• The confidence to lead teams and influence key decisions
• A genuine interest in developing people and building high-performing teams
• Commercial awareness and the ambition to progress into a more senior leadership position

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a traditional QS role. It offers the chance to become a key player within a growing consultancy, working directly with senior leadership and high-profile clients on some of the UK''s most technically advanced projects.

The successful candidate can expect:

• Up to -85,000 base salary
• Benefits package
• Discretionary bonus
• Exposure to major Data Centre and Infrastructure projects
• Significant long-term career progression
• A genuine fast-track route towards Director level
• High levels of client exposure and commercial responsibility
• The opportunity to help shape the growth and direction of the business
• A progressive environment where initiative, leadership and ambition are rewarded

For an Associate Quantity Surveyor looking to step beyond project delivery and make a genuine impact at senior level, this is an opportunity worth exploring.