Senior Quantity Surveyor – Client-Side​/Consultancy

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Client‑Side / Consultancy Experience – Exeter

Join Ward Williams as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in our Exeter office. Ward Williams has doubled in size over the past decade, is the first B‑Corp in the world and a Queen’s Award for Enterprise recipient. Our work is future‑focused, sustainable and community‑driven, and our Futures programme supports personal and professional growth.

Work across a wide variety of projects—including Commercial, Residential, Education, Health, Heritage and both Public and Private sector schemes—without being confined to a single sector.

We’re seeking a talented, dynamic Senior Quantity Surveyor ready for career progression, greater visibility and a real impact. You will operate at the forefront of high‑profile projects with values ranging from £2.5m to £65m.

• Minimum of 2 years PQS experience in consultancy construction project management.
• MRICS qualification or equivalent, or a clear commitment to achieving chartered status.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, design coordination, procurement and contract administration.
• Proven experience in budgeting, cost control, value engineering, and maximising project profitability while maintaining quality.
• Experience in managing NEC, JCT and other contract forms to ensure commercial success.
• Skilled in identifying, assessing and mitigating project risks to prevent impacts on timelines or budgets.
• Ability to manage complex project timelines and deliver milestones on schedule.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft 365 and cost‑management software such as CAD Measure and iTWO CostX.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards, health & safety requirements and internal quality benchmarks.
• Effective leadership skills, guiding teams through changes in scope, schedule or resources while maintaining focus and morale.
• Strong communication skills, clearly reporting progress, challenges and strategies to leadership and clients.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, building and maintaining relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and internal teams.

🌱 Feel like you met some of the above, but not all? Still apply – we’re open to upskilling the right person.

• Hybrid working with flexible office hours.
• Competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience.
• Tailored training and development to help you reach your goals.
• Generous 38 days of annual leave, including public holidays.
• Your birthday off to celebrate in style.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave for growing families.
• Employer pension contributions of 6 %.
• Life Cover worth three times your salary.
• Access to Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP and wellness support.
• Opportunities for charitable fundraising and dedicated volunteering days.
• Active participation in professional and industry organisations.
• Regular sports and social events to build connections.

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Have questions? Contact Vanessa Channings, People Manager – Vane

Be part of a culture that values you, not just for what you do, but who you are. Ward Williams is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity and inclusion.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Consulting – Construction