Quantity Surveyor

GM Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor for commercial refurbishment projects across London. This senior role offers full commercial control and leadership of the QS function, with responsibilities including managing budgets, providing contractual advice, and ensuring compliance. With project values up to £4 million, the position provides clear paths for career progression and a competitive salary up to £80,000 within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £80,000

Clear progression within a stable business

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• RICS-accredited degree and/or Chartered RICS status required.
• Proven experience delivering commercial refurbishment projects.
• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts essential.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for multiple refurbishment projects.
• Manage budgets, cost plans, variations, and final accounts.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Cost management expertise

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Education

RICS-accredited degree or Chartered RICS status

Tools

Commercial and cost management software

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Leading Independent London Contractor

Overview

An established, independent London contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to deliver a portfolio of commercial and heritage refurbishment projects across London. Project values range from £500k to £4m, including schools, hospitals, universities, offices, and similar developments.

This is a senior, hands‑on role with responsibility for full commercial control, leadership of the QS function, and direct reporting to the board.

The Role

• Take full commercial responsibility for multiple refurbishment projects, ensuring profitability and compliance
• Manage budgets, cost plans, variations, valuations, and final accounts
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to site and project teams
• Liaise closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors on all commercial matters
• Work alongside estimators on tendering, cost planning, and procurement strategies
• Monitor cash flow, risk, and contractual obligations throughout project lifecycles
• Lead, mentor, and develop junior and project Quantity Surveyors
• Report directly to the board, working closely with the Contracts Manager and Construction Director
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, contractual, and regulatory requirements

Candidate Requirements

• RICS-accredited degree and/or Chartered RICS status
• Proven experience delivering commercial refurbishment projects
• Strong working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
• Thorough understanding of UK Building Regulations, CDM, and H&S compliance
• Excellent commercial awareness and cost management expertise
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• IT‑literate, including commercial and cost management software
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently (£500k–£4m)

Why Join

• Lead high‑profile refurbishment projects for a respected London contractor
• Senior position with direct access to the board and influence over commercial strategy
• Competitive salary up to £80,000
• Clear progression within a stable, forward‑thinking business
• Collaborative team delivering prestigious projects across London

Location

Central London.
Start Date: January 2026.