Senior Quantity Surveyor
currie brownPhoenix (AZ)
About the role
At Currie & Brown, our clients rely on us to bring clarity, control and certainty to every stage of their projects, from strategy through to delivery. We bring global expertise in cost management, project management and advisory services with the right people, insight and experience to support some of the world’s most ambitious projects. Our Phoenix team is growing, with exciting opportunities across the high-tech and advanced manufacturing sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned cost professional who wants to be closely involved in the delivery of large-scale, technically complex projects while working directly alongside clients, contractors, and project teams.
About the Role:
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of key commercial and cost management activities throughout the project lifecycle, providing trusted cost advice and helping drive strong commercial outcomes. You will have significant client exposure and the opportunity to work within a collaborative global consultancy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead cost management activities from early planning and estimating through construction and closeout
- Develop and manage detailed cost plans, budgets, forecasts, and project cost reports
- Provide commercial and cost advice directly to clients and project leadership
- Manage contract administration, change control, and commercial reporting
- Review and evaluate contractor estimates, change orders, payment applications, and progress claims
- Support procurement strategies, bid evaluations, tender analysis, and contractor negotiations
- Monitor project costs, identify potential risks and opportunities, and provide proactive recommendations
- Lead value engineering and cost optimization initiatives while protecting project objectives
- Work closely with contractors, design teams, project managers, and client stakeholders
- Maintain accurate forecasting and provide clear visibility into project financial performance
- Support and mentor junior members of the cost management team as needed
- Ensure Currie & Brown’s high standards of client service and commercial excellence are maintained throughout the project
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related discipline7–10+ years of relevant quantity surveying, cost management, estimating, or commercial management experience
- Experience supporting large-scale, complex construction projects; high-tech, semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, data center, or mission-critical experience is highly desirable
- Strong knowledge of cost planning, estimating, procurement, change management, forecasting, and contract administration
- Experience working directly with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams
- Strong understanding of U.S. construction practices and contracts
- Excellent commercial judgment, communication, and stakeholder-management skills
- Ability to independently manage significant scopes of work in a fast-paced project environmentMRICS or progress toward professional accreditation is preferred but not required
- Must be authorized to work in the United StatesMust be able to work on-site in the Phoenix, Arizona area
- What you can expect:
- A collaborative business environment where every voice is heard and valued.
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global construction consultancy.
- A buddy and mentorship program to support your success.
- Continuous learning and professional development.
- Opportunities for national and international mobility.
- Healthy work/life balance.
- Exposure to complex, high-profile construction programs.
- A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and more.
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