Senior Quantity Surveyor

Socotec Uk Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent advisory firm in London is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage project commercial activities, ensuring high-quality services and financial tracking. The ideal candidate will possess over 6 years of experience and a degree in Quantity Surveying. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Electric car scheme

Employee recognition schemes

Family-friendly support

Qualifications

• 6+ years of Quantity Surveying experience is essential.
• Strong numerical and data analysis skills required.
• Membership of the RICS or working towards it is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities on projects with minimal supervision.
• Provide high-quality quantity surveying services to clients.
• Manage risk and cost control measures.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Microsoft Excel

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

CostX

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – We are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our well-structured and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for a professional looking for a rewarding career with a company that values expertise and development.

At SOCOTEC Advisory, we work on a diverse range of projects across both the private and public sectors. We offer exposure to projects in traditional quantity surveying as well as dispute resolution, supporting our Advisory and Expert Witness teams. We are committed to personal and professional development, with ongoing support and mentorship to help you grow in your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial activities on projects, delivering the scope of the appointment and managing the assisting team with minimal supervision.
• Provide high-quality quantity surveying services to clients
• Establish client requirements for cost planning
• Manage risk, value engineering and cost control measures
• Advise on procurement strategies
• Prepare tender packages and contracts, including bills of quantities
• Analyze tender appraisals and identify risk areas
• Ensure projects remain within budget and on track financially
• Prepare budget and progress reports, including cost value reconciliations
• Identify and respond to commercial risks and assess cost variations
• Issue notices in accordance with contract conditions
• Advise on contractual issues and claims
• Prepare and negotiate final accounts
• Attend and lead project meetings
• Keep up to date with industry requirements and developments
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal training
• Promote the company and our services in the industry

What you will be able to demonstrate

Essential

• Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying
• 6+ years Quantity Surveying experience
• Strong skills in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong numerical and data analysis skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills
• Positive approach to client care and problem solving
• Ability to work alongside Expert Witness and Advisory teams

Desirable

• Membership of the RICS or working towards membership
• Knowledge of NEC contracts
• Experience using CostX software
• Experience in the rail and aviation sectors

About Advisory

Our experienced team of industry professionals come from diverse backgrounds, experiences and expertise. Our modern, open-plan working space promotes a sharing of skills and knowledge in a friendly and sociable environment.

As part of the business, you may vary your workload and explore areas such as Advisory and Expert Witness work.

What’s in it for you?

Along with a competitive salary, we offer benefits including 25 days holiday with the option to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family-friendly support, an employee benefits and discounts app, and employee assistance programmes. SOCOTEC UK is Disability Confident accredited.

Why SOCOTEC?

SOCOTEC UK has over 2,000 colleagues across divisions delivering testing, inspection, certification and advisory services. We recruit and retain the best industry talent to deliver excellence for our customers. At SOCOTEC Advisory, we promote inclusivity, encourage individuality and have a zero-tolerance policy to discrimination. We invest in our people and support continued development and ambition. We offer an open, friendly office space that promotes teamwork.

Think you’ve got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.

Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all our business operations.