Senior Quantity Surveyor - Ltd

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Carpentry Package (£16m) - East London

We are recruiting for a well-established carpentry contractor delivering high-quality packages across major residential developments in London. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for a £16m carpentry package on a large-scale residential scheme based in East London.

This is a long-term opportunity for a commercially astute professional who can operate as the No.1 QS on the project, leading the package from procurement through to final account.

• Take full commercial ownership of a £16m carpentry package
• Manage the project lifecycle from procurement to final account
• Lead subcontract procurement and negotiation
• Oversee cost reporting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Prepare and manage valuations, variations, and change control
• Handle subcontractor accounts and commercial administration
• Liaise closely with the main contractor and project delivery team
• Protect and enhance project margins
• Report directly to senior management

This is a hands‑on leadership role requiring confidence, strong contractual knowledge, and the ability to operate independently.

• Proven experience as a Senior QS
• Background in carpentry, interiors, or specialist subcontracting preferred
• Experience delivering large residential projects
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage a project autonomously as No.1 QS
• Stable employment history

• Long‑term secured work on a flagship residential scheme
• Competitive day rate / salary (DOE)
• Option to be paid via Ltd Company
• Opportunity to take full commercial lead on a major package
• Supportive, growing contractor with strong pipeline of work

If you are a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a long-term leadership role on a significant residential development in East London, we would like to hear from you.