Quantity Surveyor

At TSA Riley, we bring together diverse expertise, strong technical capability, and a shared commitment to improving outcomes across the built environment. We are seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join our Manchester cost management team, contributing to the successful delivery of complex, high-value projects across multiple sectors. This role offers exposure to a broad and challenging portfolio, working alongside a high-performing, collaborative team and partnering with an established client base built on long-standing relationships and trust. As a growing global consultancy, we value ambition, accountability, and intellectual curiosity. We offer an environment where individuals are trusted to take ownership, empowered to perform at their best, and supported to deliver meaningful, measurable impact.

Responsibilities

Taking ownership of cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration to ensure commercial quality; Leading valuations, variations, payment recommendations, and monthly financial reporting; Monitoring commercial performance, identifying risks or opportunities, and supporting corrective actions; Tracking contractual obligations, project changes, and financial risks, escalating when required; Resolving contractual queries, addressing challenges, and mitigating potential commercial disputes; Maintaining cost data, contract records, and reports using TSA Riley systems and templates; Maintaining clear, responsive communication with clients and delivery partners; Managing client expectations to support satisfaction and build strong, trusted relationships; Collaborating with project teams to support performance, share knowledge, and contribute to a positive team culture; Managing commercial compliance and contributing to risk management practices in line with TSA Riley standards; Contributing to proposals, benchmarking, sector initiatives, and continuous improvement activities

Requirements

A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline; Several years of experience in delivering quantity surveying or commercial services in a consulting or client-side environment; Progressing toward or already holding professional accreditation with the RICS; Exposure to working on a variety of complex projects across multiple sectors within the built environment; Solid understanding of cost planning, estimating, procurement, and contract administration; Curiosity and adaptability to work across sectors, client accounts and different delivery contexts; Proficiency with digital tools to support financial tracking, documentation, and reporting; Known reputation for high-quality work, and a collaborative, effective working style; Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to support effective commercial delivery; Experience working in agile environments and contributing to cross-functional teams; Experience from a client-facing consultancy environment with strong technical capability across complex projects

Nice to have

RICS-accredited tertiary qualification; Prior experience of operating the Employers Agent role would be advantageous

Benefits

Hybrid working; Structured in-house APC programme; Flexible working opportunities