Quantity Surveyor Housing

Pembrook Resourcing; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected design-led developer in London seeks a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor. You will manage a prestigious residential project, ensuring financial performance and compliance. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, 10+ years of experience, and strong negotiation skills. This role offers a competitive salary up to £85,000, benefits, and 33 days of holiday.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Private healthcare and pension scheme

Office based on-site in Tooting, near Wandsworth

Qualifications

• 10 years' experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, ideally with a developer.
• Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and construction law.
• Proven experience managing large-scale residential or mixed-use projects.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for a major London development project.
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts.
• Lead subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and contract negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Tools

COINS

Job description

Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor - London (Tooting) – Up to £85k + Bonus + Benefits

Pembrook Resourcing are proud to be recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a highly regarded developer, supporting the commercial delivery of one of London's landmark residential developments.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded individual to take ownership of a flagship project and play a key role in the continued growth of a prestigious, design‑led developer.

The Role

• Take full commercial responsibility for a major London development project
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost plans, and cash flow forecasts
• Lead subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and contract negotiations
• Administer subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations, and final settlements
• Prepare and agree monthly applications for payment and internal CVRs
• Monitor project financial performance and manage risk through proactive cost control
• Maintain effective communication with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders
• Ensure accurate and timely commercial reporting in line with company standards
• Manage contract compliance and change control procedures

The Ideal Candidate

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Minimum 10 years' experience in a Quantity Surveyor role, ideally with a developer
• Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and construction law
• Proven experience managing large-scale residential or mixed‑use projects
• Strong negotiation, communication, and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, COINS, and other commercial software
• Confident in presenting commercial reports and leading meetings
• Full UK driving licence

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £85,000 plus bonus
• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Private healthcare and pension scheme
• Exciting opportunity to work on a flagship development in South West London
• Office based on‑site in Tooting, near Wandsworth

If you're an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take on a high‑profile project within a respected, design‑led developer, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 Apply today or contact Pembrook Resourcing in confidence to discuss this opportunity further.