Senior Quantity Surveyor – Construction Consultancy

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Construction Consultancy

Location: London

Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 (DOE)

Type: Full-time, Permanent

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join our London-based construction consultancy. The role is ideal for a commercial professional with extensive QS experience, preferably on hotel, refurbishment, or high-end fit-out projects.

You will take ownership of commercial management for multiple projects, supporting project teams and clients with budget control, procurement, and contractual matters.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial management of projects from inception to completion

Prepare and review pre-tender estimates, cost plans, and bills of quantities

Manage contract administration, including variations, claims, and change orders

Monitor project financial performance, reporting on budgets, forecasts, and cash flow

Prepare interim valuations, final accounts, and ensure timely client invoicing

Support procurement, tender evaluation, and subcontractor negotiations

Liaise with clients, design teams, contractors, and stakeholders on commercial matters

Mentor junior QS/SQS staff, providing guidance and training

Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, company policies, and best practice

Requirements

Proven senior QS experience on commercial, refurbishment, or hotel projects

Strong understanding of JCT / NEC contracts and commercial best practices

Experience with project financial reporting, cost tracking, and risk management

Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Proficient in MS Office and QS software (e.g., CostX, ConQuest, Buildsoft)

Desirable

Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously

Exposure to hotel, hospitality, or high-end refurbishment projects

RICS or CIOB qualified or working towards accreditation

Strong understanding of design & build, refurbishment, and fit-out processes

What’s on Offer

Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 depending on experience

Hands-on leadership across interesting London projects

Opportunity to mentor junior QS team members

Clear progression to Commercial Manager or Associate Director roles

Exposure to high-profile clients and multi-million-pound projects

Ideal Candidate Profile

You will be:

A commercially confident QS with strong site and office experience

Experienced in hotel, refurbishment, or fit-out projects

Proactive in resolving contractual and commercial issues

Keen to develop leadership skills and mentor junior colleagues