Location: Bristol
Salary - £55,000 - £70,000
About the Role
A fantastic opportunity awaits a commercially driven Chartered Quantity Surveyor to join a thriving cost consultancy team in Bristol. In this client-facing role, you’ll work with a prestigious portfolio of national clients, including high-profile investors, developers, and asset managers. This role offers exposure to diverse projects across the commercial property spectrum, enabling you to develop and thrive in a fast-paced, professional environment.
You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering growth plans, providing expert advice to valued clients, and contributing to an expanding, high-performing team. This is a career-defining opportunity to join a growing business that places people, performance, and professional development at its core.
About the Company
This role is with an independent firm renowned for its expertise in development, built asset consulting, and sustainability. The company champions people’s wellbeing and building performance, delivering work of exceptional quality combined with commercial pragmatism.
With a strong reputation across the commercial property sector, they work with investors, developers, occupiers, and owners to maximise asset values. Their team spans over 180 professionals across a network of offices in the UK and Ireland. As part of their commitment to people development, you’ll enjoy progressive career opportunities and sponsored learning within a supportive environment.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Deliver comprehensive cost planning and management services for construction projects, supporting the wider building consultancy team.
- Drive the growth of cost consultancy services within Bristol, catering to key clients across office, retail, industrial, and commercial property portfolios.
- Manage pre- and post-contract stages, including feasibility studies, cost planning, tender reporting, and final account agreements.
- Support and contribute to the expansion of cost consultancy services.
Performance Criteria
- Strong knowledge of building contracts, particularly JCT.
- Expertise in procurement, including single and two-stage tendering.
- Proven cost consultancy experience in the commercial, residential, and retail sectors.
- Ability to manage client relationships effectively and independently.
- Experience handling projects ranging from £1m to £30m.
- Familiarity with various forms of contract.
- Commercial acumen and a track record of meeting or exceeding fee targets.
- Competence in general cost management duties.
Skills & Behaviours
- Qualifications: BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, with MRICS status.
- Autonomy: Confidently deliver services with minimal supervision, inspiring trust in clients.
- Team Player: Work effectively as part of a team while thriving in independent roles.
- Communication: Outstanding verbal and written client-facing communication skills.
- Commercial Focus: Cultivate strong client relationships and act as a key point of contact. Attend events and seminars to enhance visibility and opportunities.
- Business Development: Proactively contribute to building new and existing client relationships through networking.
- Flexibility: Willingness to travel as required.
What’s in it for You?
- Hybrid & Flexible Working: Enjoy a blend of office and remote work (minimum 3 days in the office per week).
- Attractive Remuneration: Competitive salary with a car allowance and pension after 3 months.
- Generous Benefits: Including a performance bonus which is calculated on 3 x your base fee, private healthcare (after 6 months), life assurance, 25 days holiday, an additional charity leave day, and an annual wellbeing day. Professional membership subscriptions are also covered.
- Extra Perks: Season ticket loan and cycle-to-work scheme available after probation.
Join them and make an impact with a firm where your expertise will shape exciting projects and drive your career to new heights. Apply now with Rotate Recruitment Ltd and take the next step in your professional journey!