Associate Quantity Surveyor & Employer's Agent
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Associate Quantity Surveyor & Employer's Agent
Join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] London office as an Associate Quantity Surveyor & Employer's Agent. This is a full-time permanent position in London with a Hybrid working model (post-probation).
About the Role
We are looking for an Associate Quantity Surveyor and Employer's Agent. This is a key leadership role within the business, combining Cost Consultancy, Employer’s Agent responsibilities and client-facing delivery across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will take ownership of projects from inception through to completion, acting as a trusted advisor to clients, while also leading and developing a small team of surveyors. We work in a number of different sectors including; residential, education, public sector, fire remediation, retrofit and more. Our projects range from £1m to £20m.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and manage: Cost plans and estimates, Tender documentation and procurement strategies, Contract documentation and reports
- Manage post-contract duties including: Valuations, Variations, Final accounts
- Act as Employer’s Agent on projects, leading delivery from pre-contract through to completion
- Manage the contractual and commercial aspects of projects under JCT and/or NEC forms
- Lead project meetings and act as the primary point of contact for clients
- Coordinate consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to drive project outcomes
- Lead and mentor a team of 2–5 Quantity Surveyors / Assistants
- Review outputs and ensure high-quality delivery across projects
- Support the development and progression of junior team members
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Act as a trusted advisor, providing clear and commercially sound advice
- Present confidently to clients and stakeholders
- Manage expectations and drive decision-making throughout the project lifecycle
- Manage Invoicing/Forecasting for projects under your control
Qualifications and Experience
- Strong background in cost consultancy / PQS environment
- Proven experience acting as Employer’s Agent on projects independently
- Experience delivering projects across residential, education, or public sector
- Demonstrable client-facing experience, including leading meetings and presentations
- Experience managing or mentoring junior staff
- Strong knowledge of JCT (and ideally NEC) contracts
- Experience with MEP Costing
- MRICS (or working towards)
How to Apply
Apply via the RSK website: https://thekeegansgroup.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4181270?cid=1877