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Date Added: Tue 12/08/2025

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Edinburgh, UK
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Company: BRANDON JAMES LTD

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum, Negotiable, Inc benefits

An established, forward-thinking UK Construction Consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their thriving Edinburgh office. This is a standout opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead prestigious city-centre projects while benefiting from a flexible hybrid setup, strong bonus scheme, and genuine progression opportunities.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

The successful Senior Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of a varied portfolio of schemes, including:

  • £45m landmark hotel development in Edinburgh city centre
  • £15m PBSA scheme in a prime location
  • £10m serviced apartment project
  • Major infrastructure and masterplanning work at Edinburgh Airport
  • Leisure facilities, private residential schemes, steel-framed industrial sheds, and select projects in Newcastle/Durham

You will manage projects from inception through to completion, taking responsibility for cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and client liaison. The consultancy values autonomy - there's no micromanagement, no repetitive frameworks - and encourages a proactive approach.

This is a dynamic, social team of 7 Quantity Surveyors within a wider office of 12-15, supported by Project Managers and administrative staff. With an excellent track record of developing talent, they offer a real meritocracy, with pathways into Associate-level roles for ambitious individuals.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor - Requirements

  • RICS accredited degree qualification (ideally BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying)
  • Previous QS experience in a UK construction consultancy
  • Strong pre and post contract experience
  • MRICS ideally or currently working towards
  • A successful track record leading projects from inception to completion

In Return?

  • £55,000 - £65,000
  • Car allowance
  • 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Competitive Bonus Scheme (twice a year)
  • Flexible / hybrid working 2x days a week
  • Strong support with APC & professional development
  • Pension
  • Milage / Expenses
  • Company phone & laptop
  • Progression to Senior QS role
  • Professional membership fees paid
  • Private Healthcare

If you are a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with autonomy, exciting projects, and a genuine route to progression, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James

Ref: #JL16604N

Senior Quantity Surveyor | Quantity Surveying | Cost Manager | MRICS | APC | PQS | Edinburgh | Commercial | Residential | Industrial

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