Senior Quantity Surveyor

Estimate Builders; Greater London; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Estimate Builders in the London Area is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to provide end-to-end cost management for a diverse portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects. This full-time, on-site role involves preparing detailed cost estimates, BOQs, and tender documents, and reviewing designs to ensure accurate pricing.

Daily duties include monitoring costs, updating cost plans and reports, identifying value engineering opportunities, and advising project teams on budget risks and

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and maintaining project budgets.
• Expertise in cost control and cost reporting to track financial performance.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing BOQs and estimating documentation.
• Professional QS experience in construction, refurbishments, or related sectors.
• Proficiency with estimating software and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; explain cost information to stakeholders.
• Degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management; MRICS status an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in the London Area, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed cost estimates, BOQs, and tender documents.
• Monitor project costs and update cost plans and reports.
• Identify value engineering opportunities and advise on budget risks and mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with estimators, project managers, and clients; maintain clear documentation to support commercial decisions.

Skills

Cost planning

Cost reporting

BOQ preparation

Estimating software

Excel skills

Numerical skills

Communication

On-site work

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

MRICS (advantage)

Tools

Estimating software

Excel

Job description

Company Description

Estimate Builders is a specialist estimating service that delivers quick, accurate, and hassle-free cost estimations for construction and renovation projects. The company covers a wide range of trades, including extensions, conversions, electrical, carpentry, painting, tiling, landscaping, roofing, and more. Estimates are prepared by experienced professionals who focus on precision and reliability. Estimate Builders places a strong emphasis on respecting client timeframes and maintaining privacy throughout every engagement.

Role Description

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will provide end-to-end cost management support for a diverse portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects. This full-time, on-site role is based in the London Area, United Kingdom, and involves preparing detailed cost estimates, BOQs, and tender documents, as well as reviewing designs and specifications to ensure accurate pricing. Daily responsibilities include monitoring project costs, updating cost plans and reports, identifying value engineering opportunities, and advising project teams on budget risks and mitigation strategies. The role also includes close collaboration with estimators, project managers, and clients, participation in meetings, and maintaining clear documentation to support commercial decisions.

Qualifications

• Strong cost planning and cost management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain project budgets.
• Expertise in cost control and cost reporting to track financial performance and support commercial decisions.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing and reviewing BOQs and other detailed estimating documentation.
• Professional experience as a Quantity Surveyor in construction, refurbishments, or related sectors.
• Proficiency with estimating and QS software tools, and strong Excel skills.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex cost information to stakeholders.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management; chartered status (MRICS or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Ability to work on-site in the London Area, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.