Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant - Build a New Service Line

Commercial Influence | Cost Consultancy | Business Development | Residential Architecture PracticeAre you a Quantity Surveyor who's ready for more than delivering cost plans and tender documents?Have you reached the point where you'd like greater influence, stronger client relationships and the opportunity to help build something rather than simply service it?At Adara , we're creating an exciting new Cost Consultancy offering and are looking for an entrepreneurial Quantity Surveyor to help shape it from the ground up.This isn't a traditional Quantity Surveyor role sitting within a commercial department pricing subcontractor packages.Instead, you'll work directly alongside our founder, helping establish a brand-new service line, supporting clients throughout the development lifecycle and playing a genuine part in growing the business.If you're commercially minded, relationship-driven and excited by the idea of building something with real autonomy, we'd love to hear from you.The Role at a Glance:Quantity Surveyor / Cost ConsultantHybrid Working | Office & Client Sites in an around LondonNegotiable DOE + Performance Bonus Linked to Business GrowthFull Time - Permanent (Flexi-Hours)Reporting to: Founder & Managing DirectorCompany: Adara - Award-Winning Architectural PracticeSector: Residential Development | Architecture | Cost Consultancy | Development ConsultancyCulture: Entrepreneurial | Collaborative | Commercially Minded | Relationship FocusedYour Background / Skills: Quantity Surveying, Cost Consultancy, Employer's Agent, Cost Planning, Business Development, Client Relationship Management, Residential DevelopmentWelcome to AdaraAt Adara, we've built our reputation by helping developers, landowners and private clients unlock the potential of their projects through exceptional architectural design and trusted consultancy.As our client relationships continue to grow, so does the opportunity to provide additional commercial support throughout the development journey.That's why we're launching a dedicated Cost Consultancy service.We're looking for someone who doesn't simply want to join a business, but someone who wants to help shape its future.Where You'll Make an ImpactThis is a unique opportunity to build and grow an entirely new service offering within an established architectural practice.Alongside delivering traditional Quantity Surveying and Cost Consultancy services, you'll become a trusted advisor to existing clients while developing new commercial relationships across developers, contractors and consultants.You'll play an active role in generating new revenue, identifying opportunities and helping establish Adara as a respected cost consultancy alongside its existing architectural services.If you've ever wanted the autonomy to build something of your own without the risk of starting your own practice, this could be exactly that opportunity.What Your Day Might Look Like:Preparing cost plans, feasibility studies and development appraisalsProviding cost consultancy advice throughout project lifecyclesSupporting procurement, tendering and contractor appointmentsAdvising clients on project costs, budgets and commercial strategyBuilding trusted relationships with developers, contractors and consultantsIdentifying opportunities to introduce additional consultancy servicesHelping establish and grow Adara's new Cost Consultancy offeringWorking closely with the architectural team to provide joined-up client solutionsSupporting business development, networking and referral generationHelping shape systems, processes and the future direction of the serviceAbout You:You're probably working within a cost consultancy, multidisciplinary consultancy or architectural practice and enjoy the client-facing side of Quantity Surveying just as much as the technical delivery.Perhaps you've started wondering what life would look like outside a large corporate consultancy.You enjoy building relationships, spotting opportunities and being involved commercially, rather than simply delivering instructions.You'll likely bring:Degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor or equivalent experienceConsultancy-side Quantity Surveying or Cost Consultancy experienceStrong understanding of residential development projectsExcellent commercial awareness and client relationship skillsExperience preparing cost plans, budgets and procurement adviceA proactive, entrepreneurial mindsetConfidence working directly with developers and project stakeholdersExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsThe ambition to help build and grow a successful business functionThis Role Is Perfect For Someone Who:Wants to help build a new business offering rather than inherit an existing oneEnjoys developing client relationships and generating new opportunitiesWants genuine influence over how a service evolvesIs commercially curious and enjoys contributing to business growthLikes working closely with business owners and decision-makersWants to be recognised and rewarded for helping grow a businessWhy Join Adara?Opportunity to build and shape an entirely new Cost Consultancy serviceWork directly alongside the Founder with genuine influence over business directionPerformance bonus linked to business growth and referralsEstablished architectural practice with an excellent reputationHybrid working and flexible environmentHigh levels of autonomy and responsibilityLong-term career progression as the consultancy growsThe chance to create something lasting while being rewarded for your successIf you're looking for more than another Quantity Surveyor role and want the opportunity to help build a successful consultancy while growing your own career, we'd love to hear from you.Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include:Quantity Surveyor, Cost Consultant, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Project Quantity Surveyor, Employer's Agent, Development Surveyor, Commercial Surveyor, Cost Manager, Associate Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveying Consultant.Apply today.Application notice... 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