Senior Quantity Surveyor / Senior QS - London

Laing O'Rourke; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage significant projects, ensuring cost efficiency and contractual compliance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, MRICS membership, and experience managing large-scale projects. This role involves direct responsibility for project budgets, negotiations, and team management, contributing to the success of major infrastructure developments.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• MRICS membership required.
• Experience managing projects over £25m is essential.

Responsibilities

• Take sole responsibility for a project or section of a project.
• Prepare and manage interim payment applications and certifications.
• Negotiate with clients' representatives and subcontractors.

Skills

Measurement

Valuation

Negotiation

Communication

Cost Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS)

Job description

Expanded is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our specialist business unit, Expanded. As part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, the Expanded Group offers comprehensive capabilities in the early construction phases of major projects, including end-to-end solutions or bespoke services. Supported by a central technical design and engineering team, we deliver a full range of piling, precast concrete, post-tensioning, and structural techniques.

One of our notable projects is Old Oak Common, a new super-hub that will be the UK's largest and best-connected railway station, featuring fourteen platforms and an 850m-long station box.

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Role / Responsibilities:

1. Take sole responsibility for a project or section of a project.
2. Perform all Senior Quantity Surveying duties, including measurement, valuation, and agreement of work sections.
3. Prepare and manage interim payment applications and certifications.
4. Draft, manage, and settle subcontracts.
5. Manage and report on monthly costs.
6. Draft and prepare claims.
7. Prepare and agree on final accounts.
8. Manage daily activities of any trainees, assistant, or senior quantity surveyors.
9. Negotiate with clients' representatives, subcontractors, and other consultants to achieve project goals while maintaining positive relationships.
10. Advise project management on contractual implications of planned actions.
11. Assess and advise on commercial risks within the project(s).
12. Prepare and manage monthly contract review reports.
13. Prepare weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information.
14. Prepare monthly management accounts information.
15. Contribute contractual and commercial input into the Project Business Plan, as needed.
16. Assist in establishing the project "budget to build" from contract award.
17. Identify and agree on change processes and implement change control.
18. Ensure proper execution of contract documents before project start.
19. Communicate clearly and confidently to a professional standard.
20. Keep your manager fully informed of any issues or risks that could impact the project or business.

Requirements:

1. Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
2. Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS).
3. Experience supporting a commercial manager or managing a project area (£25m+) on larger projects.
4. Experience with structures is desirable.

We welcome candidates who do not meet all criteria but possess transferable skills and a commitment to learning.

About us:

Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering infrastructure and building projects across the UK, Middle East, and Australia. With over 150 years of experience, we prioritize certainty, reliability, and quality, driven by a passionate team of professionals.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we support applicants with long-term health conditions and disabilities through the 'Offer an interview' scheme. Please inform us of any required adjustments prior to your interview.

For accessible application options or more information about our recruitment process, contact us at [e-mail].