Associate Quantity Surveyor

Associate Quantity Surveyor Data Centres | Infrastructure | Major Projects Up to £85,000 + Benefits + Discretionary Bonus A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy is looking for an ambitious Associate Quantity Surveyor to join its growing team and play a key role in the delivery of major, technically complex projects across the UK. With a strong pipeline of Data Centre, Infrastructure, Mixed-Use and Residential projects, this is an opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to step into a high-impact role with genuine scope to influence projects, clients and the wider business. The successful candidate will work closely with the QS Director, taking a lead role within project teams, shaping commercial strategy and mentoring junior colleagues. The Role The Associate Quantity Surveyor will take ownership of key commercial functions across the project lifecycle, including: * Leading the development of cost plans, estimates and procurement strategies * Managing valuations, cost reporting, change control and contract administration * Supporting the negotiation and settlement of claims and final accounts * Identifying and managing commercial risk from inception through to completion * Acting as a trusted client advisor and key point of contact * Leading and mentoring junior Quantity Surveyors * Supporting the development of commercial strategy and project delivery * Contributing to business development and long-term client relationships The Person The ideal candidate will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record in large-scale construction and complex programmes. They will ideally bring: * Strong pre- and post-contract experience * Experience across Data Centres, Infrastructure or other complex construction sectors * Excellent commercial and contractual knowledge * A practical, solutions-focused approach to project delivery * MRICS status, or a clear pathway towards chartership * Strong communication and client-facing skills * The confidence to lead teams and influence key decisions * A genuine interest in developing people and building high-performing teams * Commercial awareness and the ambition to progress into a more senior leadership position Why This Opportunity? This is more than a traditional QS role. It offers the chance to become a key player within a growing consultancy, working directly with senior leadership and high-profile clients on some of the UK's most technically advanced projects. The successful candidate can expect: * Up to £85,000 base salary * Benefits package * Discretionary bonus * Exposure to major Data Centre and Infrastructure projects * Significant long-term career progression * A genuine fast-track route towards Director level * High levels of client exposure and commercial responsibility * The opportunity to help shape the growth and direction of the business * A progressive environment where initiative, leadership and ambition are rewarded For an Associate Quantity Surveyor looking to step beyond project delivery and make a genuine impact at senior level, this is an opportunity worth exploring