Senior Quantity Surveyor

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected civil engineering contractor in London is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial performance of complex concrete projects. Responsibilities include cost planning, subcontract negotiation, and overseeing junior staff. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience within civil engineering, particularly in concrete structures, and possess a strong grasp of relevant contracts. This position offers a long-term, stable workload with the potential for further senior leadership opportunities.

Benefits

Opportunity for senior leadership

Stable workload

Diverse workplace

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or structures.
• Demonstrable experience working on concrete structures.
• Confidence in managing commercial risk and leading others.

Responsibilities

• Provide full commercial leadership on concrete and substructure packages.
• Plan costs and prepare monthly CVRs.
• Negotiate subcontracts and manage commercial risks.
• Mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs.
• Liaise with clients and contribute to senior commercial reporting.
• Close-out projects and agree final accounts.

Skills

Commercially decisive

Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract

Leadership skills

Risk management

Job description

We are working with a well‑established civil engineering contractor delivering complex and technically demanding projects across London. Due to sustained growth and a strong forward order book, they are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a proven background in concrete structures and cut & carve construction.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take ownership of the commercial performance of projects, providing leadership to site teams and junior commercial staff while acting as a key commercial interface with clients and subcontractors.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full commercial leadership of concrete, substructure, and basement packages
• Cost planning, forecasting, and preparation of monthly CVRs
• Procurement strategy, subcontract negotiation, and commercial risk management
• Management of variations, change control, and contractual correspondence
• Supporting and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs
• Client liaison and contribution to commercial reporting at senior level
• Agreement of final accounts and close-out of projects

Experience Required

• Extensive experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or structures
• Demonstrable experience working on structures
• Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract
• Commercially decisive, confident managing risk, and capable of leading others

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to lead commercially on technically challenging London projects
• Long‑term, stable workload with a respected civil engineering contractor
• Clear route into further senior leadership for the right individual

This opportunity would suit an SQS looking for increased ownership and exposure to complex concrete and substructure works within the London market.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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