Senior Quantity Surveyor - Lead Refurbishment Projects

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment is seeking a Managing Surveyor for a leading bespoke main contractor, based in Essex. You will take overall responsibility for the commercial and contractual elements of designated projects, ensuring profitability and compliance with contract terms.

You will lead a team of four surveyors, drive financial strategy, optimise variations, and manage procurement and sub-contractor payments, reporting to the Commercial Manager and Director.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years' experience in fit-out and refurbishment.
• Strong understanding of contractual obligations, breaches and remedies.
• Ability to run a team of surveyors and report to senior management.
• Experience with procurement options and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Take line management responsibility for all QS's within the division.
• Lead financial strategy at contract establishment and monitor via QS teams.
• Maximise profit by regular project reviews with site teams and clients.
• Maximise variation opportunities and manage supplier arrangements.
• Ensure sub-contract buying gains and proper SC choices at contract setup.
• Manage regional supply chain performance and risk reporting.
• Monthly profitability reporting with risks identified and discussed.
• Oversee monthly billings reflecting on-site delivery.
• Chase outstanding issues and manage red-flag reports.
• Any other reasonable management request.

Skills

Team leadership

Financial management

Contractual knowledge

Commercial acumen

Job description

L.J.B & Co. Construction Recruitment is seeking a Managing Surveyor for a leading bespoke main contractor, based in Essex. You will take overall responsibility for the commercial and contractual elements of designated projects, ensuring profitability and compliance with contract terms.

You will lead a team of four surveyors, drive financial strategy, optimise variations, and manage procurement and sub-contractor payments, reporting to the Commercial Manager and Director.