Quantity Surveyor

RW Armstrong Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Sick pay

Life cover

Maternity/paternity pay

Long service awards

Holiday allowance

Job summary

RW Armstrong Group, a leader in high-end residential construction in London and the South of England, is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to shape commercial success on premier projects. You will manage costs, build methods expertise, and navigate contractual law, ensuring accuracy and profitability across procurement to final accounts.

You will collaborate with architects, clients, and subcontractors to protect margins and maintain top-quality delivery on prestigious residences and historic

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent professional qualification.
• Proven experience delivering high-end residential projects and schemes worth £5 million+.
• Strong cost control, procurement, and contractual understanding are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial success of high-end residential projects from procurement to final accounts.
• Control variations, document pricing, and reflect changes in client accounts.
• Oversee subcontractor packages, re-measures, payments, and notices.
• Prepare monthly cost analysis, cash flow forecasts, and projected final accounts.
• Collaborate with architects, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to protect margins.
• Ensure orders are delivered within budget and final accounts meet client requirements.

Skills

Cost management

Contractual law

Client collaboration

Project leadership

Cost reporting

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Construction software

Job description

Requirements: Proven experience delivering high-end residential projects, with a track record of successfully managing schemes valued at £5 million or more.

As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it's their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation.

As Quantity Surveyor, you’ll shape the commercial success of high-end residential projects, applying your expertise in cost management, building methods, and contractual law. You’ll deliver clear insights, protect profit margins, and collaborate with clients, teams, and subcontractors to ensure every project is completed efficiently, accurately, and to the highest standard.

All the responsibilities we’ll trust you with

• You’ll manage the commercial success of high-end residential construction projects, guiding them from procurement through to final accounts.
• You’ll maintain tight control over variations, ensuring every change is accurately documented, priced, and reflected in client accounts.
• You’ll oversee subcontractor packages and accounts, including re-measures, payment assessments, and the timely issue of payment notices.
• You’ll prepare and present monthly job cost analysis, cash flow forecasts, and projected final accounts to keep projects financially on track.
• You’ll collaborate directly with architects, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, protecting profit margins while upholding the highest quality standards.
• You’ll ensure all subcontractor and supplier orders are delivered within budget, and final account presentations meet client-specific requirements.

Where you’ll be based

You’ll join our London Region, where we’ve built basements, refurbished iconic homes and added ultra‑high finishes to a long list of homes. Working in London’s dynamic and demanding environment calls for expert management and exceptional skills to deliver projects of the highest quality.

You’ll be based onsite at one of our prestigious projects, joining a warm, professional team that takes pride in craftsmanship and detail.

Some of the rewards of working with us:

• Unlock new skills and accelerate your career with our full support and development programmes designed to help you expand your expertise
• Join an inclusive community where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to share their ideas and bring them to life
• Enjoy a rewards package that includes a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, maternity/paternity pay and recognition through long service awards
• A holiday allowance that increases with your length of service, plus bank holidays.
• Get the best deals at your favourite places to shop with our exclusive discounts at top retailers and supermarkets.
• Round‑time support with our Employee Assistance Programme offering expert legal advice, counselling and more to help you through any situation
• Enjoy a restful holiday break - we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive season
• We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan.

The areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:

• You’ll draw on deep knowledge of private residential contracting, shaping projects across prime and super‑prime properties and hold a degree in Quantity Surveying.
• You’ll apply your understanding of traditional and modern building methods to drive quality in both refurbishment and new‑build projects.
• You’ll build on your recognised qualifications to provide insight and guidance throughout every stage of a project.
• You’ll navigate property taxation and contractual law with confidence, ensuring smooth and compliant project delivery.
• You’ll translate complex cost data into clear, actionable insights that influence decision‑making and protect profit margins.
• You’ll leverage Microsoft Office, Excel, and specialist construction software to deliver precise, efficient, and well‑managed projects.