Senior Quantity Surveyor

White & Lloyd Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Clear progression path

Cycle to work scheme

Chartership support

Professional development

Job summary

White & Lloyd Ltd is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead on Commercial, Hospitality, Leisure, Retail and Super Prime Residential projects. The role is hybrid in Central London and involves client-facing leadership, technical output, and mentoring junior surveyors.

We seek 4+ years PQS/Cost Consultancy experience, with MRICS preferred. You will produce cost plans, manage tender submissions, and oversee contract administration from pre-contract through final accounts, while

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQS / Cost Consultancy experience (MRICS preferred).
• Relevant commercial and residential sector experience.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Excellent working knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Strong technical skills in cost planning, tendering, and post-contract management.
• Ability to manage workload, support others, and deliver to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from inception through completion, ensuring quality and commercial control.
• Produce detailed cost plans, tender documents, and procurement advice.
• Oversee and review contractors’ tender returns and cost submissions.
• Carry out contract administration, interim valuations, and final accounts.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and design teams.
• Manage and mentor junior surveyors, reviewing their work and supporting their development.

Skills

PQS experience

MRICS preferred

Contract administration

Cost planning

Client liaison

Leadership

Education

MRICS

Tools

CostX

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Job Specification: Senior Quantity Surveyor

Company: White & Lloyd Ltd

Location: Hybrid - Central London

About Us

White & Lloyd is a growing multidisciplinary consultancy, known for delivering high-quality, client-focused surveying services. Our growth is underpinned by our people. We invest in their development, support their ambitions, and maintain a professional, collaborative culture.

As we continue to expand, we are now seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our team and take the lead on Commercial, Hospitality, Leisure, Retail and Super Prime Residential projects .

The Role

We are looking for an experienced, ambitious Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead in the expansion of the team, and in the delivery of multiple projects from pre-contract through to final account. This is a client-facing role with responsibility for project leadership, technical output, and supporting junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from inception through completion, ensuring quality and commercial control
• Produce detailed cost plans, tender documents, and procurement advice
• Oversee and review contractors’ tender returns and cost submissions
• Carry out contract administration, interim valuations, and final accounts
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and design teams
• Manage and mentor junior surveyors, reviewing their work and supporting their development

Requirements

• 4+ years PQS / Cost Consultancy experience (MRICS preferred)
• Relevant commercial and residential sector experience
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Excellent working knowledge of JCT contracts
• Strong technical skills in cost planning, tendering, and post-contract management
• Ability to manage workload, support others, and deliver to deadlines without compromising standards
• Desire to contribute to a growing, ambitious business

What We Offer

• Performance-based bonus
• A clear progression path within a growing team
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support towards professional development and chartership (if not already attained)

If you’re a confident Senior QS looking for a leadership role within a collaborative and growing business, we’d welcome a conversation.