Senior Quantity Surveyor - Design & Build Lead, Commercial

Premises Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Premises Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on multiple design & build projects. The role involves ensuring financial performance, contract compliance and successful delivery across office-based work with regular site visits.

You should have proven senior QS or commercial management experience, with strong knowledge of JCT contracts, and the ability to manage budgets, cost reporting and client applications for payment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager.
• Background within commercial construction, refurbishment, fit-out or design & build projects.
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and commercial software.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial delivery of multiple construction projects.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets and valuations.
• Manage subcontract procurement and negotiate packages.
• Administer subcontract accounts, variations and final accounts.
• Produce accurate cost reporting and forecasts.
• Manage client valuations and applications for payment.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks.
• Work with operations to maximize profitability.
• Provide commercial guidance to junior surveyors.
• Build and maintain client and subcontractor relationships.

Job description

Premises Recruitment Ltd. is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management on multiple design & build projects. The role involves ensuring financial performance, contract compliance and successful delivery across office-based work with regular site visits.

You should have proven senior QS or commercial management experience, with strong knowledge of JCT contracts, and the ability to manage budgets, cost reporting and client applications for payment.