Senior Cost Manager

mjhrecruitment solutions limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Chartered Senior Quantity Surveyor in Central London. The ideal candidate will manage fit-out phases of large residential projects and have MRICS status, alongside at least five years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include overseeing financial performance and ensuring contractual obligations are met. This role offers a competitive salary, pension contributions, and excellent career development opportunities, ideal for professionals looking for long-term growth within a prestigious consultancy.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £80k

Pension scheme 3% employer / 5% employee

Group bonus scheme

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Flexible work opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience post-qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Must possess MRICS certification.
• Experience in managing large scale construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage fit-out phases of projects and oversee financial performance.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations and resolve commercial issues.
• Provide cost reporting, valuations, and attend site meetings.

Skills

MRICS certification

Knowledge of D&B procurement methods

Construction Management experience

Relationship building

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Central London £75k - 80k per year + Excellent benefits inc Bonus Permanent Posted 04 / 03 / 25

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager / Senior Cost Manager

A fantastic opportunity for a Chartered Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a boutique international development consultancy in Central London. A niche business with a superb reputation in managing landmark schemes across residential, commercial, retail and leisure markets.

They’re seeking to recruit a MRICS Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing cost team to 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.

Our client is keen to consider applications from surveying professionals either from contracting or private practice (PQS) background. Those wanting to apply must have at least five years post Quantity Surveying degree qualification experience. MRICS status is a prerequisite. Extensive knowledge of D&B procurement methods including Construction Management is also highly advantageous. 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

We’re sorry but our client cannot consider those applicants seeking VISA support or onward Tier sponsorship. Lastly, our client is seeking to onboard the succesful appicant for March / April. A long term career opportunity awaits the successful candidate!

Salary packages: Generous basic (to £80k basic – dependent on experience) + Pension (3 % employer / 5% employee), Group bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, Flexi work opportunities.