Quantity Surveyor

Bennett & Game are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join a forward-thinking and dynamic Main Contractor based in Chichester. The company delivers high-quality construction projects across the UK, with an established track record in the defence sector and project values ranging from £250k to £8m. While this position is primarily focused on UK work, there is also the option to gain exposure to international projects should this be of interest.

This is a business that prides itself on its relaxed and trusting culture, where professional growth and work-life balance are genuinely valued. Employees benefit from strong support for further qualifications, structured progression opportunities, and the chance to shape their careers within a close-knit, collaborative team.

The role offers excellent progression potential, making it ideally suited for an experienced Assistant QS ready to step up, or an intermediate QS looking for greater responsibility. The successful candidate will manage projects from tender stage through to completion, supported by an Assistant QS, and reporting directly into the Commercial Manager.

Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £50k - 75k DOE
• Car Allowance
• Private medical cover and healthcare
• Bonus scheme
• APC / CIOB / RICS support
• Opportunities to work internationally if desired
• Pension scheme
• EV car scheme
• Hybrid / home working available
• Cycle to work scheme
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays + Xmas
• 5-hour working week (Monday - Friday)

Quantity Surveyor Job Overview

• Oversee the commercial process for UK-based projects from tender through to
• Deliver defence sector projects ranging from £250k - £8m.
• Home-based with weekly meetings in Westminister and regular site visits (Central London and High Wycombe).
• Supported by an Assistant
• Report directly into the Commercial
• Potential for international project involvement if

Quantity Surveyor Job Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related
• Minimum 3 years' experience, or an experienced AQS seeking progression to QS
• Defence sector experience preferable but not
• Familiarity with NRM 1 preferable but not
• Must be eligible for DV clearance (any existing clearances a bonus, full support will be given).
• Full UK driving licence
• Professional, confident, and capable of managing day-to-day QS

This opportunity offers the chance to join a well-established contractor with a strong reputation in the defence sector, while also benefiting from a supportive culture that values its people, encourages career progression, and offers exposure to both UK and international projects.

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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