Senior Quantity Surveyor

London Square; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential developer in London seeks a commercial lead for the Wimbledon Bridge House project. Responsibilities include preparing tenders, managing contractor accounts, and producing valuation reports. The successful candidate will need strong communication skills and commercial acumen. Benefits include a competitive compensation package, private medical insurance, and a corporate gym membership. The role is based onsite in Wimbledon, with initial office location options available. Join a dynamic team that values a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Private Medical Insurance

Group Pension Scheme

25 Days holiday plus bank holidays

Bupa Dental Cover

Gym Membership corporate discounts

Qualifications

• Capable of working independently with minimum supervision and as part of the wider project team.
• Excellent communication skills to be able to communicate daily with relevant departments.
• Very good commercial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Preparing tenders and detailed scopes of works for the project.
• Procurement of all contractor trade packages.
• Managing contractor accounts and reviewing variation claims.
• Producing valuation reports and reporting to the Board of Directors.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Very good commercial acumen

Good Interpersonal skills

Very good negotiation skills

Good construction knowledge

Job description

About Us

London Square is a leading residential and mixed‑use developer and Aldar‑owned company, delivering communities in well‑connected locations across Greater London. Since 2010 the award‑winning company has delivered nearly 5,000 homes through a mix of prime, mid‑market and all‑tenure homes, including affordable homes through its independent provider Square Roots. Aldar and London Square are committed to creating world‑class developments, anchored in high quality design, sustainability, and customer service excellence.

About the Role & Team

As a key member of the Commercial South team and reporting into the Commercial Manager, your primary responsibility will be commercial lead on a project located in Wimbledon called Wimbledon Bridge House. The role will initially be office based (locations could be Bermondsey or Uxbridge) or located at another project site (Wandsworth) before moving fully onsite in Wimbledon.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing tenders and detailed scopes of works for project.
• Procurement of all contractor trade packages.
• Managing contractor accounts to include raising contractor payments, reviewing and assessing variation claims and preparing and settling final accounts.
• Reviewing drawing changes.
• Reviewing and approving Site Instructions & CCF’s where appropriate.
• Producing valuation reports to advise of any cost movements and reporting to the Board of Directors on a quarterly basis.
• Implementation of commercial function in line with the Commercial Policies & Procedures Manual.
• Attend design team meetings.
• Carry out detailed package review meetings & drive value engineering opportunities of design & scope information.
• Prepare all contract documentation and ensure accuracy.
• Financial accountability for the project budget.
• Partnership & co‑operation with the Project Team for operational and financial delivery.
• Management of and delegation of work to Junior Members of Site Commercial Team where applicable.

Key Skills & Experience

• Capable of working independently with minimum supervision and as part of the wider project team.
• Excellent communication skills to be able to communicate daily with the relevant members of the Technical, Sales, Construction, Buying and Finance teams.
• Very good commercial acumen.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Very good negotiation skills.
• Good construction knowledge.

What’s in it for you?

Ensuring you have a work‑life balance and stay healthy and happy is important to London Square.

• Competitive compensation package, car allowance and discretionary bonus.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Group Pension Scheme and Life Insurance.
• 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays including a holiday trading scheme and long service days.
• Bupa Dental Cover.
• Bupa Employee Assistance.
• Virtual GP Service.
• Salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles.
• Cycle to Work.
• Gym Membership corporate discounts.
• Health Cash Plan.
• Perkpal (shopping discounts).
• Tech Scheme.
• Payroll Giving.

Our Commitment

London Square is a fresh, exciting and rewarding place to work and our success is based on the quality of our people. It is an exciting time to join London Square. If you think you have what it takes to be a part of our dynamic team, click on the link to apply.

Equal Opportunities

London Square are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require support as part of your application or require more information please email [e-mail].

Diversity and Inclusion

At London Square, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce leads to better innovation, productivity and overall success. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees, regardless of their background or identity, to develop and promote a diverse culture that reflects the communities we serve.

Eligibility and Sponsorship

You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. London Square are not able to offer Visa sponsorship.

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