Senior Quantity Surveyor - London Airports

Capstone Property Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor for aviation projects in London. This role involves providing quantity surveying services along with cost management and contract administration. The ideal candidate has significant experience in similar roles and will enjoy hybrid working arrangements with a salary of up to £70,000 per annum plus benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid working model

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally at senior level.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre- and post-contract quantity surveying services.
• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents.
• Lead on cost management and commercial reporting.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost planning

Contract administration

Communication

Negotiation

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

Overview

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Aviation Projects (London Airports) – Up to £70,000 per annum + benefits. Hybrid working: 3 days on-site, 1 day in London office, 1 day from home.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major aviation projects across London’s airports. This is a great opportunity to be involved in complex, large-scale programmes including new terminals, terminal upgrades, and significant M&E schemes.

Responsibilities

• Provide full pre- and post-contract quantity surveying services across multiple aviation projects

• Prepare cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents

• Administer contracts and manage change, with a focus on NEC and JCT forms

• Lead on cost management, value engineering, and commercial reporting

• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to ensure financial control and successful delivery

About you

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally at senior level within aviation, infrastructure, or complex building projects (aviation experience desirable but not essential)

• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts

• Skilled in cost planning, contract administration, and commercial management

• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects within live operational environments

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 per annum plus a comprehensive benefits package

• Hybrid working: 3 days per week on-site at London airports, 1 day in the London office, 1 day working from home

• Opportunity to work on nationally significant projects with a collaborative and supportive team