Senior Cost Manager

MJHRecruitment Solutions Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading development consultancy in Central London is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage fit-out phases of high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will have MRICS qualifications and at least five years of relevant experience. This permanent role offers a competitive salary up to £80k with excellent benefits including bonus, pension, and flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Group bonus scheme

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• At least five years of experience post-Quantity Surveying degree.
• Extensive knowledge of D&B procurement methods.

Responsibilities

• Manage the fit-out phases of an iconic residential development project.
• Oversee financial performance and procurement of contractors.
• Lead on-site Quantity Surveying responsibilities.

Skills

Contract management

Cost optimization

Client relationship building

Education

MRICS qualification

Job description

Overview

Central London £75k - 80k per year + Excellent benefits inc Bonus. Permanent role. Posted 04 / 03 / 25. Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager / Senior Cost Manager. A Chartered Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a boutique international development consultancy with a superb reputation for landmark schemes across residential, commercial, retail and leisure markets.

Role and Responsibilities

MRICS Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the growing cost team and immediately manage the fit-out phases of an iconic residential development project, lead two new build student accommodation projects (£20m & £70m respectively) and a £16m refurbishment of a boutique 5 hotel in London. The role will assume day-to-day lead Quantity Surveying responsibility on site.

• Procurement of contractors under a trade contract
• Placing client direct orders for selected materials and overseeing financial performance
• Ensuring all parties understand and adhere to contractual obligations
• Resolving contractual and commercial related issues
• Reviewing and improving operational standards and procedures
• Cost reporting, valuations, change control, cost optimisation, attending various meetings on site and chairing commercial meetings
• Building a network of strong relationships with key contacts across the industry to develop new business opportunities
• Line management responsibility with business development aptitude / awareness

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should be MRICS with at least five years post-Quantity Surveying degree qualification experience. They may come from contracting or private practice (PQS) backgrounds. Extensive knowledge of D&B procurement methods including Construction Management is highly advantageous.

Note: The client cannot consider applicants requiring VISA support or onward Tier sponsorship. Applications are sought for March/April onboarding, with a long-term career opportunity anticipated.

Salary and Benefits

Salary package: up to £80k basic (dependent on experience) + Pension (3% employer / 5% employee), group bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, flexible working opportunities.

How to Apply

For confidential discussions, please contact mjhrecruitment. They emphasise outstanding client relations and recruitment expertise. If you have the necessary skills to match this specification, please drop us a line on .