Quantity Surveyor (Consultancy)

Ridgeway and Co are proud to be partnering with a leading real estate consultancy as they expand their commercial team with the hire of a Quantity Surveyor. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing business at the forefront of London’s commercial and mixed-use development sector.

You'll be working on some of the capital’s most innovative and design-led schemes, supporting major developers from inception through to delivery. This is a client-facing, hands-on QS role with responsibility across pre- and post-contract duties, and a clear pathway toward Senior and Chartered status.

Key Responsibilities

* Act as lead QS on key packages, pre- and post-contract, with minimal supervision

* Lead on measurement, interim valuations, and change control procedures

* Prepare and negotiate cash flows, employer instructions, and final accounts

* Support contract preparation alongside Senior QS / Associate

* Take ownership of assigned client reports and project sections

* Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, and clients

* Lead commercial elements of monthly CRM processes

* Attend site meetings, manage photographic progress records, and liaise with Clerk of Works

* Contribute to client presentations and reporting packs

* Mentor junior team members and support team development

* Actively work toward chartership (MRICS)

About You

* Minimum 4+ years of Quantity Surveying experience (client-side, consultancy or main contractor)

* Strong understanding of cost planning, procurement, and contract administration

* Confident in negotiations with contractors and external consultants

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Working towards MRICS (APC pathway supported)

* Comfortable leading on commercial issues, with high attention to detail

* Collaborative, driven, and professional in client-facing settings