Quantity Surveyor

Bigblue Search Ltd

Quantity Surveyor – London – £55k–£65k + Benefits

Location: London (Projects across London & the South East)
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 + Package
Company: Up-and-Coming Fit-Out & Refurbishment Contractor
Project Values: £1m – £25m (Phase 1 £5m of a £25m Hotel Redevelopment)
Reports to: Managing Surveyor

The Opportunity

Join an ambitious and fast-growing fit-out contractor with a brilliant, experienced team delivering exceptional projects across London and the South East.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven Quantity Surveyor to take commercial lead on a £5m Phase 1 Refurbishment, forming part of a £25m luxury hotel redevelopment in Central London. You’ll gain hands-on responsibility, autonomy, and exposure to high-profile work — while being supported by a senior team with a proven track record in delivering complex, high-end schemes.

You’ll enjoy a flexible working pattern — 1–2 days from home, with the rest split between our Central London office and live sites.

What You'll Be Doing

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Take full commercial responsibility for the £5m Phase 1 hotel refurbishment.

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Prepare and negotiate subcontractor packages and manage procurement schedules.

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Lead CVRs, forecasting, and cash flow reporting.

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Maintain cost control, risk management, and project profitability.

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Manage change control and oversee final accounts.

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Drive value engineering and ensure cost efficiency across delivery.

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Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.

What We’re Looking For

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Proven experience in fit-out or refurbishment projects (ideally £2m–£20m).

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Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial best practice.

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Experience in hotel, commercial, or hospitality sectors is highly desirable.

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Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

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Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).

What’s on Offer

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£55,000 – £65,000 (depending on experience)

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Hybrid working: 1–2 days WFH, remainder in office/sites

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Market-leading benefits package

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Work alongside a high-calibre, supportive team

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Genuine career progression in a contractor entering its next growth phase

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The chance to lead a high-profile £5m hotel redevelopment from the outset

Apply now to be part of a growing success story — where your expertise and initiative will be recognised, supported, and rewarded