Senior Quantity Surveyor

Description

• Procure and manage subcontractor packages, including tender analysis and contract negotiation
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations (typically JCT contracts)
• Support and mentor junior commercial staff where applicable
• Lead the commercial management of change control, variations, and claims
• Take full commercial ownership of a £25m luxury residential refurbishment project
• Maintain strong client relationships and attend client and consultant meetings as required
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial and contractual risks
• Manage project budgets, cost plans, forecasts, and cash flow
• Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Team, Design Team, and external consultants
• Ensure accurate cost reporting and monthly commercial reporting to senior management
• Administer and manage subcontractor payments and variations
• Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for a prestigious £25m exclusive residential refurbishment project near Eaton Square. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing all commercial and contractual aspects of the project from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring financial performance, risk control, and value optimisation throughout.

This is a client-facing role requiring strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and proven experience within the high-end residential sector.

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent)
• High level of attention to detail and financial accuracy
• Ability to manage complex refurbishment works in occupied or constrained Central London locations
• Strong background in high-end residential refurbishments and/or luxury new builds
• Strong understanding of subcontract procurement and cost control
• MRICS accreditation desirable but not essential
• Excellent knowledge of JCT forms of contract
• Experience managing projects valued £10m+ (ideally £20m+)
• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and communication skills

Benefits

Project Value: £25m

Salary: £80K - £100K + Package (dep on exp)

• Exposure to some of London’s most prestigious residential projects
• Long-term career progression within a stable and growing business
• Opportunity to manage a landmark £25m ultra-prime residential refurbishment
• Work with a highly regarded contractor in the luxury residential market
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Training + Development

Interview process

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