Senior Quantity Surveyor

ISS Facilities Services; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A world-leading workplace management company is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage multiple fit-out and M&E projects. The role involves full commercial ownership, overseeing all project aspects from inception to closeout. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in commercial management in building maintenance, alongside strong skills in construction contracts and cost management. This role offers opportunities for travel and includes a commitment to inclusivity and diversity in hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in commercial management within building maintenance.
• Proven ability to manage construction contracts up to £10m.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance and CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects from concept to closeout.
• Ensure adherence to governance processes and client approval gateways.
• Administer and interpret construction contracts effectively.

Skills

Commercial management

Construction contracts

Cost management

Leadership skills

Health & Safety compliance

Education

QS Degree and Associate RICS membership

Tools

AUTOCAD

MS Office

Mobile software applications

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Based in London E14 5HP, covering the surrounding area and other UK sites when required.

Hours of work: 40

Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial ownership of multiple projects, primarily within fit-out and M&E sectors.

This role involves managing 5-6 projects simultaneously, ensuring governance and compliance throughout the lifecycle from concept to closeout. You will spend approximately two days per week on-site, with additional travel as required.

Job Description

The successful candidate will bring significant experience in commercial management within building maintenance, ideally in banking or corporate environments.

You will demonstrate expertise in construction contracts, procurement strategies, and cost management, as well as strong leadership skills to support and coach teams in delivering high-quality projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects from concept through to final approval, delivery, and closeout.
• Ensure adherence to governance processes and client/ISS approval gateways.
• Advise on procurement strategies and building costs, including valuations and final accounts.
• Administer and interpret construction contracts effectively.
• Lead supplier contract management and drive value throughout contract terms.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies, including market research, RFI/RFQ, and contract development.
• Report commercial positions and Earned Value status to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance, including CDM requirements, across all projects.

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• Significant experience in commercial management within building maintenance, preferably in banking/corporate environments.
• Proven ability to manage construction contracts up to £10m and work in live environments.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety compliance and CDM regulations.
• Experience taking projects from concept through full design stage to approval.
• Skilled in estimating costs and preparing high-quality tender documents.
• IT literate with AUTOCAD, MS Office (including MS Project), and mobile software applications.
• Ability to manage and coach teams effectively.
• QS Degree and Associate RICS membership.

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company, connecting people and places to make the world work better. Working with customers day by day, side by side, we understand every aspect of the user experience.

Through a unique combination of intelligent solutions, high standards and people who care, to help our customers achieve their purpose, whether it’s hospitals healing patients, businesses producing the next great innovation, or airports bringing passengers home to their families. ISS is committed to doing business the right way, taking its corporate responsibility very seriously. Our passion is people.

We offer you a challenging and exciting career in an organisation with people at its heart. In ISS, everyone has the opportunity to develop, grow and make a difference. #ISSGreatPeople #ISSTalent #PeopleMakePlace

ISS is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer.

ISS welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race (which includes race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin and caste), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

We are a Disability Confident Committed (Level 2) employer, proudly supporting and promoting inclusive hiring practices in line with the UK government’s Disability Confident scheme.

Our passion for inclusivity and diversity makes ISS a more creative, productive and happy place to work.

If you have any further queries regarding this role, please contact the Resourcing Team by emailing [e-mail]