Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Tier 1 Main Contractor

Location: West London

Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step with one of the UK’s leading Tier 1 contractors?

We are seeking a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a high-performing team delivering major construction projects across a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and mixed-use developments.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will play a key role in managing the commercial performance of projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will provide strategic commercial leadership, manage risk, maximise value, and ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the commercial management of major construction projects.
  • Prepare, review and negotiate subcontract packages and procurement strategies.
  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, valuations and cost reporting.
  • Assess and manage variations, change control and contractual claims.
  • Prepare and agree interim applications and final accounts.
  • Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior stakeholders.
  • Monitor project performance, identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
  • Mentor and support junior surveyors within the commercial team.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.

About You

  • Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
  • Proven experience working for a main contractor on large-scale construction projects.
  • Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
  • Excellent commercial awareness and contractual understanding.
  • Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and work collaboratively within project teams.
  • Strong negotiation, communication and analytical skills.
  • Membership of RICS (or working towards) is desirable.

What’s on Offer?

  • Opportunity to work with a market-leading Tier 1 contractor.
  • Exposure to landmark, high-profile projects.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Clear career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you’re looking to join a business with an outstanding reputation for delivering quality projects and investing in its people, we’d love to hear from you.

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Job Overview

ID:

2529420

Date Posted:

Posted 17 hours ago

Expiration Date:

27/07/2026

Location:

London

Salary:

Competitive

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