Quantity Surveyor

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a nationally recognised public organisation that protects and preserves England’s historic environment. This role will suit a skilled Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in heritage, conservation, or complex refurbishment projects.

This is a permanent, full-time role with a base in any of the organisation’s regional hubs including Newcastle, York, Manchester, Birmingham, Swindon, Bristol, Portsmouth (Fort Cumberland), or Cambridge – alongside flexible hybrid working.

The Quantity Surveyor Role

The Quantity Surveyor will play a key advisory role within a specialist in-house conservation team. This team provides technical guidance and cost consultancy for high-profile conservation, repair, and grant-funded heritage projects across England.

As Quantity Surveyor, you will deliver procurement strategies, contract management, and quantity surveying services for projects involving historic buildings, structures, and landscapes. This includes working on unique, often remote sites and engaging with stakeholders involved in the stewardship of England’s built heritage.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver quantity surveying and cost consultancy services on conservation, repair, and maintenance works.
• Provide expert advice on procurement methods, contract management, and cost planning.
• Oversee projects funded through national and regional grants, including direct works to historic sites.
• Travel to project sites across England, including occasional overnight stays and access to challenging terrain or scaffolding.

The Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

• Previous Quantity Surveying experience with a Consultancy or Main Contractor
• Experience of working with repairs and alterations to existing buildings
• A BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying
• MRICS is highly desirable but not a must
• Heritage, Conservation or Complex Refurb experience is highly desirable

In Return?

• £50,000 – £55,000
• Competitive pension scheme starting at 28% employer contributions
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Ability to purchase additional annual leave
• Corporate discounts
• Free entry into English Heritage sites across the country
• Development opportunities long term
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
• Flexible Working
• Mental Health Support & Wellbeing
• Professional Subscriptions Paid

If you’re a Quantity Surveyor with a passion for Heritage / Conservation, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James now.

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