Project Quantity Surveyor

O’Neill & Brennan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

O’Neill & Brennan are recruiting a Project Quantity Surveyor for a major commercial refurbishment in London’s West End. The project is valued at £150m–£200m with a salary of £60,000–£65,000 plus a package.

The role is permanent with ASAP start, or can wait for the right person. The successful candidate will manage the commercial aspects, procure subcontractors, handle accounts, valuations and final accounts, monitor costs and forecast financial performance, and work with the Project Manager and

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment.
• Experience on commercial refurbishment or structural alteration projects is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Experience in cost reporting, forecasting and commercial risk management.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts is preferred.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercially aware and proactive.
• Relevant qualification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial aspects of the project, ensuring costs are controlled and financial targets are achieved.
• Prepare and manage subcontractor procurement packages, including tender analysis, negotiations and appointments.
• Administer subcontractor accounts, including valuations, variations, payments and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, forecasts, cash flow and commercial performance, reporting any risks or opportunities.
• Assess variations, compensation events and changes to scope, ensuring these are accurately valued and agreed.
• Work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team to identify commercial risks and maximise project value.
• Assist with monthly cost reporting, CVRs and financial forecasting.
• Ensure contractual obligations and commercial procedures are followed throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Main contractor experience

Procurement management

Tender analysis

Cost reporting

Subcontractor accounts

Final accounts

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Construction-related qualification

Job description

Project Quantity Surveyor – Major Commercial Refurbishment – West End, London

Salary: £60,000–£65,000 + Package

O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with a Tier 1 main contractor who are looking to appoint a Project Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a major £150m–£200m commercial development in London’s West End.

The scheme involves a complex technical refurbishment and significant structural alterations to deliver a new hybrid commercial workspace, offering an excellent opportunity to work on a large-scale, technically challenging project in a prime London location.

The business has an excellent pipeline of work, with a further four to five commercial developments due to commence in the same area. This provides excellent continuity of work, long-term career prospects and the opportunity to remain working locally. The business unit is also recognised for its excellent staff retention, offering a stable and supportive working environment.

Role Overview:

• Title: Project Quantity Surveyor

• Projects: Major commercial refurbishment and structural alterations

• Location: West End, Central London

• Project Value: £150m–£200m

• Salary: £60,000–£65,000 + Package

• Type: Permanent

• Start: ASAP, but can wait for the right person

Responsibilities:

• Manage the commercial aspects of the project, ensuring costs are controlled and financial targets are achieved.

• Prepare and manage subcontractor procurement packages, including tender analysis, negotiations and appointments.

• Administer subcontractor accounts, including valuations, variations, payments and final accounts.

• Monitor project costs, forecasts, cash flow and commercial performance, reporting any risks or opportunities.

• Assess variations, compensation events and changes to scope, ensuring these are accurately valued and agreed.

• Work closely with the Project Manager and wider site team to identify commercial risks and maximise project value.

• Assist with monthly cost reporting, CVRs and financial forecasting.

• Ensure contractual obligations and commercial procedures are followed throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements:

• Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment.

• Previous experience on commercial construction, refurbishment or structural alteration projects would be advantageous.

• Strong understanding of subcontractor procurement, package management, valuations, variations and final accounts.

• Experience with cost reporting, forecasting and commercial risk management.

• Good working knowledge of construction contracts, ideally JCT.

• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to work effectively alongside project delivery teams.

• A commercially aware, organised and proactive approach.

• Relevant construction or quantity surveying qualification preferred.

• Right to work in the UK.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation