Senior Quantity Surveyor in Cardiff

Department: EMEA Consultancy - Building & Places

Location: Cardiff, Wales

Description

In March 2025, Soben became part of Accenture’s Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice, within its Industry X division. This strategic acquisition combines our deep expertise in cost and commercial management with Accenture’s global scale and digital innovation. For our team, this unlocks a wealth of opportunity:

• Access to world‑class resources and technology, enhancing how we deliver capital projects
• Involvement in high‑profile programmes across sectors such as data centres, energy, and pharmaceuticals
• Career development at scale, with exposure to international clients and cutting‑edge project environments
• A platform for innovation, as we continue to challenge traditional consultancy models and lead digital transformation

About the opportunity

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in measurement, take‑offs, and preparation of Bills of Quantities, along with proficiency in CostX software. In this role you will:

• Provide the necessary pre and post contract quantity surveying / commercial support on a range of one‑off projects and programmes of work.
• Manage client‑facing interactions to ensure clear communication and maintain strong relationships.
• Prepare and present cost reports, providing accurate financial insights for project tracking and decision‑making.
• Conduct monthly evaluations to assess project progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Oversee contract administration, ensuring compliance with terms and conditions, and managing contract deliverables.
• Handle change management processes, including evaluating change requests, negotiating terms, and updating project documentation.

About you

We are looking for candidates who have experience in estimating, cost and change management, contract administration and preparation of BOQ’s. To be considered for this role, the individual should have:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (or equivalent qualification).
• A minimum of 2+ years’ relevant experience within a construction or consultancy environment, with exposure to retail construction projects preferred.
• A Bachelor of Science (BSc) or equivalent professional qualification.
• Demonstrable experience in cost management, procurement, contract administration, and financial reporting.
• Strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders across complex projects.

About life at Soben

We’re on a mission to rewrite the rules. We’re a diverse team of professionals who consider our work a vocation, not just a job. This sense of purpose and affinity for what we do is what fuels our ambition, driving us to keep learning and seeking new challenges. Inclusion is at the heart of our company’s culture. We’re proud of our unique personality, and we know that our diverse team brings a wealth of perspectives that enrich our work.

Grow with us

Our people are our greatest asset, so you’ll get ongoing training and personal development to help you flourish, building a long‑term and successful career with us. We’re small but mighty – you’ll have opportunities to progress quickly and be trusted with responsibilities you could only dream of in a larger organization, including the chance to work on some of the industry’s most exciting projects.

What you’ll get in return

Soben’s start‑up mentality means every person has the autonomy to make a difference within a fast‑paced dynamic organization. As well as market‑leading pay and conditions, we provide an environment where everyone can flourish. We value work‑life balance. Flexible schedules and remote work opportunities give you the opportunity to thrive at work and in your personal life.

Our Leadership Principles

• We always deliver on our promises, no matter how small
• We are driven to solve our clients’ problems as if paying our rent or mortgage depends on it
• We have a bias for action. Actions make things happen
• We employ the best people who are ambitious, hardworking, humble, and open to feedback. We empower them to “proceed until apprehended”
• We have a business owner mentality to cost management
• We are open, honest, and direct in our communications
• We have a growth mindset
• We reinvest our profits to create a sustainable business for the long term

About us

Soben offers something different: world‑class construction consultancy, paired with hands‑on commercial experience. We increase certainty in our clients’ investments through cost, schedule, risk, and project management. With a track record of successfully delivering major construction projects, we pride ourselves on going the extra mile. And we always deliver on our promises. An obsessive commitment to excellence and forensic attention to detail are the cornerstones of our culture. They’re how we help our clients deliver on time, on budget and with certainty, every time.