Senior Quantity Surveyor and Estimator

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Be commercial lead on 2 jobs of values between 1-2 million pounds. Jobs will be based in North London, Notting Hill and surrounding areas. We are looking for a pro‑active, enthusiastic individual who can help grow this already successful company.

Company
We are an established high‑end residential construction company with 20 years of experience. We are a close‑knit family business, operating in Prime Central London, specialising in property refurbishment and new builds to the highest standards of finishes and project delivery. We also run our own small developments and are launching a specific basements division in the near future.

Person Specification
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will be a valued addition to the commercial team, taking ownership of your own projects.

• You hold a degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• You have Main Contractor experience in the high‑end residential sector.
• Estimating experience is a must.
• You have experience throughout the project life cycle.
• You ideally have experience in high‑end refurbishment projects, ranging from £500k to £2m.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Regularly prepare liability information for Cost‑To‑Complete/CVR reports.
• Lead in the preparation of monthly valuations.
• Review drawing revisions; measure, cost, and present project variations.
• Assist in preparing RFIs, CVIs, and delay notices.
• Attend site and periodic site progress meetings.
• Provide regular commercial input to the Operations Director for progress reporting.
• Produce and issue post‑contract subcontractor enquiries; assess, negotiate, and issue bespoke sub‑contract orders, demonstrating best value against budget.
• Issue bespoke sub‑contract orders and help manage sub‑contractor accounts.
• Produce cashflow reports.
• Liaise with all levels of the wider construction and professional team, including clients.
• Work closely with the Site Manager to reduce costs, aid efficiency, and maximise profits.
• Assist in the estimating process.
• Understand the basic principles of JCT contracts.
• Display a keen eye for detail.

Salary & Package
This highly progressive opportunity comes with a salary of £80,000, dependent on experience and background.

Apply
To apply please send your CV ASAP.