CSA Senior Quantity Surveyor

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent contracting firm in London is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead procurement and manage major Data Centre projects valued at approximately £400m. The ideal candidate will have 6-8 years of experience and will be focused on project management and team development. This role offers a competitive salary between £85,000 and £100,000, alongside a car allowance, healthcare, and pension benefits.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Excellent bonus scheme

Good work-life balance

Qualifications

• 6 to 8 years of experience running major projects.
• Proven surveying experience in similar roles.
• Demonstrated longevity in previous roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process for Sub Contracts.
• Oversee production of variation accounts and project cost reports.
• Build relationships with project teams and clients.
• Manage Surveyors of varying levels and provide support and training.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Cost planning

Surveying experience

Education

Professionally qualified surveyor

Job description

Overview

Our client is one of London's oldest contracting businesses, an industry-recognised brand with a track record of delivering iconic projects across the UK and London. They have a strong portfolio of major Data Centre schemes as both GC and MEP Subcontractor. Five core service areas are Engineering Services, Technologies, Infrastructure, Residential and Hotels, and Facilities Management. They are known for staff retention, with leadership team members progressing from apprentices and long-serving careers. Recently they were acquired by a private investor and currently turnover in excess of £750 million, with future growth plans.

Role

CSA Senior Quantity Surveyor – London – Salary £85,000 – £100,000 + Car Allowance + Healthcare + Pension. The position will be based on two flagship Data Centres across London, with an estimated total build of circa £400m.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement process and ensure all Sub Contracts are placed correctly with the appropriate terms included.
• Oversee and manage the production of the variation account and the agreement process with the Client; responsible for compiling monthly project cost reports and presenting them to Company Directors.
• Build relationships with the project team and clients; be a good communicator, self-motivated, and comfortable with multi-tasking and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with production of cost plans and full Build Tenders for projects would be a benefit.
• As a Senior Surveyor, manage other Surveyors of varying levels and provide support and training to develop their abilities and understanding.

Qualifications / Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 6 to 8 years of experience running major projects.
• Professionally qualified surveyor with demonstrated surveying experience in a similar role.
• Longevity in previous roles.

Benefits

• A healthy pipeline of work.
• Full commercial support on every project.
• Established commercial division, one of the largest in the industry.
• The opportunity to move up the management ladder.
• A close-knit team with a good social aspect and work-life balance.
• A very competitive basic salary and an excellent bonus scheme.