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Project Manager Interview Advice London Construction Huntsman Consult

Why Everyone Else in the Interview Room Looks Just Like You

Interviews are rarely won on technical ability alone. When every candidate has a similar CV and similar answers, personality, confidence, and memorability become the deciding factors.
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26 May 2026
2026 Salary Survey - Huntsman Consult

What are Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors actually earning across London right now?

"Whether you're a Senior QS wondering if it's time to push for a pay rise, a Director benchmarking your team's packages, or an Assistant PM figuring out what the next step looks like financially, this is the data that matters."
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15 May 2026
Senior Quantity Surveyors: Why the Best Roles Are Moving—And Why You Should Pay Attention

Senior Quantity Surveyors: Why the Best Roles Are Moving, And Why You Should Pay Attention

Demand for senior and associate director-level QS talent is outstripping supply, yet many professionals are still hesitant to explore new opportunities. In a market where the strongest roles are often invisible and never advertised, staying informed could give you real leverage and choice.
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29 April 2026

FAQ's

Once we have discussed the role with you, and you have said you are happy to be put forward we send your CV to our client and have a conversation with them about you.

We never share your CV without your permission to do so.

We predominantly recruit full time, permanent placements with clients. However, we also work with certain clients on Fixed-Term contract appointments and very occasionally, Freelance or Consultant.

We provide technical briefings, interview coaching, and role-specific prep so you walk in with confidence and know what to expect.

No, you don’t need to be chartered to find a new role.

We have placed non-chartered PM’s and QS’s, based on strong experience and technical capability across the consultancy market.

However, it is beneficial to have chartered status. It can lead to a higher salary, more opportunities, faster progression and international mobility.

Yes, we are here to guide and advise both candidates and clients on current market rates, benefits packages and candidates' expectations.

We are happy to handle any negotiation if needed.

Most people aren’t active.

We can keep you in mind for future opportunities or have an exploratory chat about your career goals and what might be of interest later down the line.

We are also here to provide advice and guidance on the market and how to navigate your career through promotion cycles, end of year reviews, salary reviews and more.

You can:
• Submit your CV via our website - https://huntsmanconsult.com/send-your-cv/
• Contact us via our website: https://huntsmanconsult.com/contact-us/

Alternatively, reach out directly:

James Waissel (PM/DM Recruiter): https://qrplanet.com/jameswaissel
Claudine Gilbery-Phillips (QS Recruiter): https://qrplanet.com/claudinegilbery-phillips
Jonas Rajackas (PM Recruiter): https://qrplanet.com/jonasrajackas

A consultant will be in touch for a confidential career discussion.

We partner with:

• Multidisciplinary Construction Consultancies
• Project Management Consultancies
• Cost Consultancies
• Developers
• Client-side organisations

View our clients: https://huntsmanconsult.com/employers/#our-clients

We offer market insights and salary benchmarking to ensure your offer/salary is competitive and aligned with expectations.

Download our latest Salary Guide from our Insights page: https://huntsmanconsult.com/employers/#insights

Yes. If you're replacing someone or want to avoid market noise, we’ll handle your brief confidentially, with only pre-screened, trusted candidates briefed on the opportunity.

Our clients typically have a focus on London, we also do support regional offices across the UK, and occasional International placements.

We place across all seniorities, including:
• Graduate PM / QS
• Assistant Project Manager / Assistant QS
• Project Manager / Quantity Surveyor
• Senior / Lead / Managing roles
• Associate / Director / Client-side appointments
• Board level