Senior Quantity Surveyor

Reds10; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Ongoing professional development

Competitive salary and bonus

Job summary

Reds10 is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor in Central London to lead high-impact public sector construction projects. In this role, you'll manage costs, steer project delivery, and drive commercial success while supporting a collaborative team culture.

Key responsibilities include overseeing cost planning, managing risks, and developing a high-performing commercial team. Applicants should have significant experience in construction and be adept at procurement and financial reporting, alongside strong leadership and communication skills.

We offer competitive salary benefits, including healthcare and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role within construction.
• Strong track record of managing multiple projects and teams.
• Proficiency in project cost forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project commercial activities including cost planning and procurement.
• Maintain and report on commercial risk/opportunity registers.
• Lead and develop the project commercial team.

Skills

Senior commercial experience in construction

Project management

Procurement and subcontractor management

Cost forecasting and budgeting

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Membership of a professional body

Job description

Reds10 is recruiting a client-facing Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the lead on delivering high-impact public sector projects.

Based at our Central London office, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering high-profile, innovative construction projects that truly make a difference. Taking full commercial ownership of one or more projects, you’ll steer cost control, manage risks and opportunities, and lead a high-performing supply chain to ensure every project is delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional quality standards.

Reporting to the Commercial Lead, this is a pivotal role where your insight and leadership will shape project outcomes, influence commercial strategy, and contribute directly to the success and growth of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project commercial activities including cost planning, forecasting, procurement, and change management.
• Maintain and report on project-wide commercial risk/opportunity registers.
• Implement and manage cost, commercial, and supply chain strategies to achieve time, cost, quality, carbon, and social value targets.
• Ensure accurate scopes and budgets, contract documentation, and performance management of suppliers.
• Support Commercial Sector Lead in negotiation of contracts and agreements.
• Lead and develop the project commercial team to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated experience in a senior commercial or quantity surveying role within construction
• Strong track record of managing multiple projects and teams.
• Experience in procurement, subcontractor management, and commercial negotiation.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and H&S requirements in construction.
• Proficiency in project cost forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Membership of, or working towards membership of a professional body (desirable)
• An analytical mind with a natural flair for solving complex commercial challenges
• Confidence and clarity in communication – whether presenting to clients or aligning internal teams
• Proven leadership with the ability to inspire, manage and develop high-performing teams
• A relationship-builder who earns trust across all levels – both inside and outside the organisation
• A forward-thinker who sees process as an opportunity for innovation, not red tape
• Commercially astute with standout numerical skills

What We Offer

• An opportunity to work with a forward-thinking, award-winning company.
• Opportunities to work on meaningful public sector projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Ongoing professional development and training
• Competitive salary and benefits package including healthcare and bonus

Please note that this role will require Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) Security Check as part of our recruitment process.