Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our client is a progressive main contractor who provides a full range of design & build construction services throughout London.

With a turnover in excess of £70 million the company specialises in a range of projects including Commercial, Residential, Hospitality, and Mixed use sectors.

They always offer efficient delivery and workable solutions throughout the entire construction process, from pre‑construction to handover and post‑occupancy.

• Residential – Reconstruction of 15 residential units and the addition of 5+ units
• Mixed Use – Eight story building consisting of residential apartments with retail and commercial
• Commercial – Five storey high specification new build of new office space

Our client is currently seeking to recruit a passionate Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Central London.

Office‑based five days per week, with site visits as required. Responsible for managing the day‑to‑day commercial aspects of construction projects, ensuring procurement, reporting, and other commercial functions are completed on time and in line with company policies.

• Lead the commercial management of construction projects, ensuring budgets, forecasts, and valuations are accurate and aligned with company objectives.
• Oversee contract administration, including JCT/NEC/bespoke contracts, ensuring compliance and mitigating commercial risk.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to project teams and clients, supporting decision‑making on cost, programme, and value engineering.
• Manage and mentor junior QSs or commercial staff, ensuring consistent application of processes and high‑quality reporting.
• Monitor project financial performance, including variations, change orders, and cost reporting, proactively addressing issues to protect margins.
• Act as the primary point of contact for contractual disputes or claims, resolving issues efficiently while safeguarding commercial interests.
• Collaborate with project managers, clients, and contractors to optimise project outcomes and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.