Quantity Surveyor

Cardiff Source: WhatJobs

£45,000–£60,000

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Quantity Surveyor to join a growing cost consulting team in Cardiff, South Wales.

The role offers exposure to a strong pipeline of construction projects, long-term career development, structured RICS support and an attractive salary and benefits package.

The successful Quantity Surveyor will work across a diverse portfolio of construction projects in multiple sectors.

Projects include commercial, residential and mixed-use developments, delivered for private developers and public sector clients across South Wales and the wider UK.

Responsibilities and Duties

This Quantity Surveyor job will suit a confident professional seeking to progress their career within a supportive consultancy environment.

Key responsibilities will include:

Delivering cost consultancy services across multiple construction projects
Preparing pre-contract cost plans, estimates and pricing schedules
Advising on procurement strategy and managing tender processes
Compiling contract documentation and administering contracts
Undertaking on-site valuations and cost assessments
Producing monthly cost reports and financial statements
Forecasting and monitoring project cashflows
Liaising with clients and other stakeholders

Desired Skills and Experience

Suitable candidates will demonstrate:

At least 4 years’ post-university experience in quantity surveying or cost management
Strong understanding of construction cost control and project management principles
Experience working on pre- and post-contract cost management duties
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High attention to detail and strong commercial awareness
Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
Working towards MRICS chartership or recently chartered with RICS
Ongoing commitment to professional development is essential

Employing Company Overview and Profile

Maxim Recruitment is acting as a recruitment consultancy on behalf of a well-established and expanding cost consulting practice based in Cardiff.

The business operates across South Wales and the wider UK, delivering professional quantity surveying and cost management services to a broad range of construction clients.

The company is known for its collaborative culture, investment in staff development and long-term career progression opportunities.

Employees benefit from exposure to varied projects, autonomy in their role and structured support towards chartership and career advancement. A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.