Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) - Groundworks, Cut & Carve & RC

Henley Chase; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead commercial management for groundworks, cut and carve, and RC packages across London and surrounding areas. You will oversee packages up to £5 million, manage procurement, cost control, and reporting to protect margins and drive profitability.

The role requires a proven QS background, NEC/JCT contract knowledge, and the ability to coordinate with project teams and supply chain partners on challenging builds in a dynamic London environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
• Strong knowledge of groundworks, cut and carve, and RC packages.
• Experience managing packages or projects up to £5 million.
• Proficient in subcontractor procurement, cost control and commercial management.
• Knowledge of NEC and/or JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for groundworks, cut and carve, and RC packages.
• Manage projects and packages with values up to £5 million.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts and financial reports.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tendering, negotiation and contract administration.
• Manage interim valuations, applications for payment, variations and change control.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and commercial risks.
• Prepare and agree final accounts with subcontractors and clients.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Collaborate with project managers, site teams, clients and supply chain partners.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and procedures followed.
• Provide accurate commercial reporting for informed project decisions.

Skills

Groundworks experience

Carve and RC packages

Subcontractor and package management

NEC/JCT contracts knowledge

Negotiation and stakeholder management

Education

Quantity Surveying qualification

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) - Groundworks, Cut & Carve & RC

Location: London and surrounding areas

Salary: £50,000 to £70,000

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (SQS) to join a growing team managing specialist construction packages across London and the surrounding areas.

The successful candidate will take commercial responsibility for groundworks, cut and carve, and reinforced concrete (RC) packages, overseeing projects with individual values of up to £5 million.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior QS with strong subcontractor and package management experience to play a key role in delivering projects successfully, protecting margins and driving commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full commercial responsibility for groundworks, cut and carve, and reinforced concrete packages.
• Manage projects and packages with values of up to £5 million.
• Prepare cost plans, budgets, forecasts and regular financial reports.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, tendering, negotiation and contract administration.
• Manage interim valuations, applications for payment, variations and change control.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow and commercial risks.
• Prepare, negotiate and agree final accounts with subcontractors and clients.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities to maximise profitability.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, clients and supply chain partners.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met and commercial procedures are followed.
• Provide accurate commercial reporting and support effective project decision-making.

About You

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
• Strong experience in groundworks, cut and carve, and reinforced concrete (RC) packages is essential.
• Experience managing construction packages or projects valued up to £5 million.
• Strong knowledge of subcontractor procurement, cost control and commercial management.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, including NEC and/or JCT.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially focused, organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Relevant Quantity Surveying qualification or equivalent commercial experience.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to projects across London and the surrounding areas.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to work on varied construction projects across London and the surrounding areas.
• Responsibility for substantial, commercially challenging packages.
• A supportive working environment and opportunities for career progression.
• The chance to make a direct impact on project profitability and delivery.