Senior Quantity Surveyor

Cumming Group; Langley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumming Group in London is seeking a driven Senior Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to lead cost management on high-profile projects. You will own cost plans, budgets, and reporting, and work directly with clients to influence decisions.

This client-facing, hands-on role offers ownership across feasibility to completion, with opportunity to grow within a high-performing team and contribute to winning bids.

Qualifications

• Client-focused and commercially aware
• Confident in fast-paced project environments
• Able to take ownership and deliver with minimal supervision
• Proactive, adaptable and solutions-driven

Responsibilities

• Lead cost management on your own projects
• Advise clients and influence key decisions
• Work as part of a high-performing, collaborative team
• Play a part in growing the business and your career
• Take responsibility for delivering projects from feasibility through to completion
• Drive cost plans, budgets and reporting
• Manage valuations and forecasts

Skills

Client-focused and commercially aware

Fast-paced environment

Ownership & delivery

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying/Construct. Eng.

MRICS (preferred/working towards)

Job description

Responsibilities

• and financial performanceAdminister contracts (JCT / NEC) and oversee commercial deliveryLead risk and value management processes Be a Trusted AdvisorAct as a key client contact, building strong relationshipsProvide clear, confident commercial adviceWork closely with project teams to drive successful outcomes Add Value Beyond the NumbersSupport procurement, tendering, and contractor selectionContribute to business development and bidsHelp identify opportunities to improve delivery and performance Support & Lead the TeamCollaborate with and support junior team membersContribute to a high-quality, high-performance cultureTake on leadership responsibilities as you grow

What You Bring

• Client-focused and commercially aware
• Confident working in a fast-paced project environment
• Able to take ownership and deliver with minimal supervision
• Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-driven

Your, ExperienceDegree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering, or similar

MRICS (or working towards, preferred5+ years' experience in cost management or consultancyStrong knowledge of JCT and NEC contractsExperience across pre- and post-contract stagesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Join Cumming Group?

• Work on high-profile, diverse projects
• Be part of a growing and ambitious team
• Gain real responsibility and client exposure
• Accelerate your career in a supportive, collaborative environment

Our CommitmentWe are proud to be an inclusive and diverse employer, creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Cumming Group is committed to creating a diverse workplace and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All job applicants will receive equal treatment without regard to age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, "race" (includes nationality, national / ethnic origin, colour), marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, gender assignment, religion and belief.

Senior Cost Manager / Quantity Surveyor - London

Shape Projects. Influence Outcomes. Build Your Career.

At Cumming Group, we don't just manage costs-we help shape some of the most ambitious projects in construction, real estate, and infrastructure.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for a driven and commercially astute Cost Manager to join our London team. This is your opportunity to take ownership, work directly with clients, and make a real impact on high-profile developments.

The Opportunity

This is a hands-on, client-facing role where you'll take responsibility for delivering projects from early feasibility through to completion.

You'll be trusted to:

• Lead cost management on your own projects
• Advise clients and influence key decisions
• Work as part of a high-performing, collaborative team
• Play a part in growing both the business and your own career

What You'll Be Doing

• Drive Project Delivery
• Take ownership of cost plans, budgets, and reporting
• Manage valuations, forecasts