Senior Quantity Surveyor

Stratus Search & Recruitment; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 85,500 - 104,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private healthcare

Pension contributions

Annual bonus

Career progression

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial aspects of a flagship residential project in Staines-upon-Thames. The role offers a salary of up to £95,000 plus bonuses, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression to Commercial Manager. Ideal candidates have experience in residential developments and a clear ambition for growth in their careers.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience leading commercial activity in projects.
• Ambition to advance to Commercial Manager role.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial aspects of the fitout phase.
• Manage and mentor junior/intermediate surveyors.
• Oversee procurement and cost reporting.

Skills

Residential or mixed-use developments experience

Project-based commercial activity leadership

Strong knowledge of new build RC Frame

Excellent commercial acumen

Leadership skills

Job description

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Headhunter | Placing Top Commercial, Production & Technical Talent with Leading Contractors & Developers | Confidential Search Specialist

Senior Quantity Surveyor

💷 Up to £95,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Pension

Overview:

We are working with a well-established, design-led residential developer to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a flagship 158-unit residential scheme in Staines-upon-Thames.

The successful candidate will take the No.1 commercial lead on the £80m fitout phase, managing other surveyors on the project and reporting directly to the Head of Commercial.

This is a key hire with a clear progression path to Commercial Manager, leading a large-scale 500-unit development across five high-rise blocks in South West London, due to commence in 2027.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all commercial aspects of the fitout phase on a 158-unit residential project
• Manage and mentor junior/intermediate surveyors
• Oversee procurement, subcontractor negotiation, valuations, and cost reporting
• Implement robust commercial controls and risk management procedures
• Liaise closely with internal teams to manage change and mitigate cost impacts
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, preferably within residential or mixed-use developments working for a Main Contractor or Developer
• Experience leading project-based commercial activity
• Strong knowledge of new build RC Frame, fit-out packages, and residential delivery
• Excellent commercial acumen and leadership skills
• Ambition to step into a Commercial Manager role in the near future

Package Includes:

• Basic salary up to £95,000
• Annual bonus
• Pension contributions
• Career progression to Commercial Manager on future flagship developments

To Apply:

If you're an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with UK experience working for either a Main Contractor or Developer, looking for a lead role with long-term career progression, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other

Industries

• Construction