Full job descriptionAn established, independent property and construction consultancy based in Colchester is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to strengthen its growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of a diverse portfolio spanning education, residential, healthcare, commercial, and public sector projects across Essex and the South East. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will join a consultancy that has built its reputation on long-term client partnerships, practical advice, and consistent project delivery. This Senior Quantity Surveyor role offers a high level of autonomy, allowing the Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage schemes from inception through to completion while working closely with directors and key stakeholders. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will become a central figure within a collaborative team environment where technical ability and client care are equally valued. For a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to escape the corporate structure and take on a more influential position, this role offers genuine long-term potential.
The Senior Quantity Surveyor’s role
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee the commercial delivery of multiple projects across both pre- and post-contract stages. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will produce detailed cost plans, manage procurement processes, prepare tender documentation, and provide strategic commercial advice throughout project lifecycles. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead client meetings, coordinate with contractors and consultants, and ensure projects remain aligned with budget and programme expectations. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will also administer contracts, predominantly under JCT forms, while managing valuations, variations, and final accounts.
The Senior Quantity Surveyor
The ideal Senior Quantity Surveyor will have 5+ years’ UK consultancy or contractor-side experience across a range of construction sectors. A Senior Quantity Surveyor should be confident handling both client-facing and technical responsibilities while managing multiple live projects. Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts is essential for this Senior Quantity Surveyor role. A degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management is preferred, with MRICS or APC progression viewed favourably. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will be commercially astute, organised, and proactive in their approach to project delivery.
In Return?
£65,000 - £75,000 salary (depending on experience)
Colchester-based role with projects across education, residential, healthcare & commercial sectors
Strong project ownership and client interaction
Clear progression within an established consultancy
Supportive and close-knit working environment
If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

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