Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Location: London

Project Value: £30m – £150m

Contract Type: JCT Design & Build

Role Overview

We are seeking a high-caliber Senior Quantity Surveyor to spearhead the procurement and commercial management of major Design & Build JCT projects. As a pivotal member of the senior site management team, you will ensure the flawless financial and commercial delivery of high-value schemes.

This role offers exceptional visibility, reporting directly to Company Directors on a regular basis. Depending on your level of experience and the scale of the project, you will either operate independently as the sole commercial lead or head up a dedicated team of Quantity Surveyors.

Project Description

The initial project is a major apartment residential scheme spanning three blocks, delivering a mix of Shared Ownership and Affordable Rent units.

• Construction Type: Reinforced Concrete (RC) frame with a brick façade and bolt-on balconies.
• Timeline: Construction is slated to commence on-site in September of this year, with a forecasted completion in Q2 2028.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Contractual Expertise: Deep understanding of JCT Traditional and Design & Build (D&B) Contracts.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of modern construction methodologies.
• Commercial Acumen: Analytical approach to account management, data analysis, cost reporting, and package measurement across all disciplines (including BoQ preparation).
• Communication & Authority: Confident dealing with clients, presenting in monthly progress meetings, and commanding respect from site teams, subcontractors, and clients alike.
• Conflict Resolution: Comfortable navigating difficult or sensitive negotiations with subcontractors.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop junior commercial staff.
• Integrity: High level of professional integrity and ethical judgment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Subcontractor Management

• Procure all packages and elements of works in accordance with Employer’s Requirements (ERs).
• Review package allowances and mark up drawings alongside the PM/Senior Site Manager to eliminate scope gaps or duplications.
• Conduct subcontractor pre-order meetings, negotiate agreement terms, and issue JCT contracts.
• Set up and maintain subcontractor accounts within internal financial systems to ensure seamless payment processing.
• Assess subcontractor applications, issue payment notices, manage valuations/variations, and negotiate final accounts.

Financial Reporting & Cash Flow

• Compile and deliver comprehensive monthly cost reports in collaboration with the Commercial Manager.
• Update and manage monthly cash flow forecasts.
• Issue fortnightly prelim trackers and weekly waste trackers directly to Company Directors.
• Price client variations and handle all contractual correspondence regarding delays or non-conformances.

Site Operations & Compliance

• Attend subcontractor progress meetings and fortnightly package meetings to address commercial topics or project concerns.
• Manage consultant appointments, payments, and tracking.
• Oversee the collation and negotiation of subcontractor/subconsultant warranties.
• Sign off on invoices, review daywork sheets, and cross-reference labor agency timesheets against site clock-in systems.
• Track direct purchase items (e.g., bricks, blocks, doors) and update internal commercial progress reports.
• Leverage financial mechanisms with subcontractors to assist with the smooth handover of O&M manuals and documentation.

What’s on Offer

This is an outstanding opportunity to take commercial ownership of a high-profile, long-term residential scheme with a highly respected contractor. You will enjoy a autonomous working environment, a direct line to company leadership, and a clear path for professional progression.

• Package: Highly competitive base salary + benefits package (dependent on experience).