Quantity Surveyor / Senior QS – Residential Projects

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established main contractor in London is seeking two Quantity Surveyors for high-end residential projects. The roles offer significant long-term career development opportunities within a reputable company managing luxurious refurbishments and conversions. Candidates should have at least 5 years’ experience and a strong grasp of commercial processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience in high-end residential refurbishment or commercial-to-residential conversions.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement processes and tender packages.
• Carry out cost reporting and valuations.
• Liaise with subcontractors and consultants during project delivery.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Cost management

Project management

Education

Degree qualified or equivalent

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26.06.2025

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Quantity Surveyor /Senior QS – Residential Projects

Central London

The Company

A well-established and privately owned main contractor with a turnover in excess of £150m is seeking two Quantity Surveyors to join their commercial team.

With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects across the prime residential, commercial, and mixed-use sectors, the company typically undertakes schemes ranging from £10m to £70m in value. Their continued growth and secure pipeline make this an excellent opportunity for long-term career development.

The Opportunities

The successful candidates will support the delivery of one of the below projects:

• Project 1 – Luxury Duplex Conversion: A £20m high-end refurbishment of prime apartments into luxury duplex penthouses. The project involves freeholder negotiation, complex stakeholder liaison, and construction in a retained occupation environment.
• Project 2 – Residential Conversion Scheme: A £30m commercial-to-residential conversion, currently at PCSA stage, delivering 60 well-specified apartments. The scheme involves structural reconfiguration, M&E coordination, and early-stage commercial planning.

You will work closely with the Commercial Director, and project delivery teams to manage procurement, cost reporting, and subcontractor accounts across both schemes.

The Role

• Manage procurement processes and tender packages
• Carry out cost reporting and valuations
• Work with the design and delivery teams to ensure cost-effective solutions
• Liaise with subcontractors and consultants throughout delivery
• Oversee variation management and final account preparation

The Candidate

• Minimum 5+ years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a main contractor
• Experience in high end residential refurbishment and/or commercial-to-residential conversions
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines
• Degree qualified or equivalent preferred

Click Apply or contact Rob James at 020 8502 0111 for more information.

Quantity Surveyor | High End Residential | Refurbishment | Main Contractor | London

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