Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Location: Central London
Project Value: Up to £10 million
Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 plus package – based on experience
Overview
An established and growing subcontractor specialising in raised access flooring systems is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to commercially lead a major central London project valued at up to £10 million.
Working directly with a Tier 1 Main Contractor, you will oversee all commercial elements of the project, with day-to-day support from an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-spec, technically challenging packages while contributing to a strong commercial team within a specialist trade environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Take full commercial ownership of the project from pre-contract through to final account
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Lead on procurement, subcontractor selection and negotiation of terms
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Produce and manage interim valuations, variations, cost reporting and forecasts
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Work closely with the Assistant QS to delegate and oversee key tasks
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Ensure robust cost control and early identification of risks or opportunities
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Attend client and contractor meetings, providing commercial insight and updates
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Manage change control procedures and contract administration
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Support and mentor the Assistant QS in their development
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Liaise with internal teams including site, planning, procurement, and accounts
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Deliver accurate project reporting to senior management
Candidate Requirements
Essential:
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Minimum 4+ years’ Quantity Surveying experience in construction or specialist subcontracting
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Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and working within Tier 1 environments
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Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation and analytical skills
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Proven ability to manage commercial responsibilities independently
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Competent in cost software and Microsoft Excel
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Must have BlueBeam experience
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Experience leading or mentoring junior QS staff
Desirable:
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Experience in raised access flooring, fit-out, or drylining packages
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Background working on commercial office or data centre projects
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Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent discipline
What’s on Offer
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Salary: Up to £85,000 plus package
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Support from a dedicated Assistant QS on a major project
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The opportunity to work with Tier 1 contractors on landmark builds
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Long-term progression within a specialist subcontractor with strong industry reputation
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Exposure to large-scale, technically driven commercial packages
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Collaborative, experienced commercial team with in-house support functions
About the Company
This subcontractor is a trusted name in raised access flooring, with over three decades of experience and a proven track record delivering complex commercial, education, and data centre projects across the UK. They are ISO and CHAS accredited, with a strong health & safety culture and reputation for professionalism and quality within the sector.
How to Apply
If you are a confident and commercially driven Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a lead role with project support, please submit your CV and brief cover note to express your interest