Project Manager​/Quantity Surveyor

Project Manager / Quantity Surveyor – Retail to Residential Conversions

Reading & Cardiff

£550

Ongoing

Blaymires Recruitment is working on behalf of a London‑based property developer specialising in the regeneration and conversion of under‑utilised buildings, particularly in city‑centre and high street locations.

The company has a strong track record of delivering high‑quality, financially viable projects and takes a hands‑on, pragmatic approach to development.

They are seeking a highly motivated, hands‑on Project Manager with design management and quantity surveying experience to deliver small‑to‑medium scale residential conversions of upper parts of retail premises.

This is a hybrid PM / DM / QS role, with responsibility for projects from post‑planning through design, tendering, procurement, and construction, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

• Lead the delivery of residential conversion projects (conversion cost ~£1m; GDV £3–4m; unit value ~£250k).
• Assemble and manage design teams, including architects and consultants.
• Oversee tendering and procurement of contractors and suppliers.
• Manage project budgets, cashflow, and commercial viability.
• Hands‑on oversight on‑site, problem‑solving to drive best value and project viability.
• Ensure compliance with planning, building regulations, and quality standards.
• Report directly to directors on progress, risks, and opportunities.

• 5–10+ years’ experience in high‑end residential or mixed‑use developments, ideally including retail‑to‑residential conversions.
• Practical experience across project management, design management, and cost management / commercial / quantity surveying.
• Hands‑on approach; comfortable on‑site and making decisions
• Strong stakeholder management skills with directors, consultants, and contractors.
• Knowledge of tendering, procurement, and contract management
• Experience with project management and cost control software (e.g., MS Project, CostX, Aconex / Asite).
• RICS, MCIOB or CIAT qualifications are beneficial, but practical experience is essential.

• Lead high‑impact, hands‑on projects in Reading and Cardiff.
• Work with an established developer with a proven track record of profitable conversions.
• Autonomy and responsibility across the full project lifecycle.
• Be part of a small, collaborative team where your input directly affects project success.

For further information, contact Stephen Blaymires at Blaymires Recruitment.