Associate Quantity Surveyor & Employer's Agent

Join our London office as an Associate Quantity Surveyor & Employer's Agent.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. Projects span residential, education, public sector, fire remediation, retrofit, and more, with budgets ranging from £1m to £20m.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and manage cost plans and estimates, tender documentation and procurement strategies, and contract documentation and reports.Valuations, variations and final accounts.Act as Employer’s Agent, leading delivery from pre-contract to completion.Manage contractual and commercial aspects under JCT and/or NEC forms.Lead project meetings and serve 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 or Assistants.Review outputs and ensure high-quality delivery across projects.Support development and progression of junior team members.Build and maintain strong client relationships.Provide clear, commercially sound advice as a trusted advisor.Present confidently to clients and stakeholders.Manage expectations and drive decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.Manage invoicing and forecasting for projects under your control.Qualifications and ExperienceStrong background in cost consultancy / PQS environment.Proven experience acting independently as an Employer’s Agent.Experience delivering projects in 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 MRICS designation.To apply, visit: https://thekeegansgroup.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/4181270?cid=1877 #J-18808-Ljbffr