Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor – New Build Residential Project
Location: SE27, London
Salary: Up to £100,000 (flexible for the right person)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a respected main contractor delivering a new build block of apartments in South London.

This 45-unit scheme for a housing association is about to kick off, and we’re looking for a hands-on, technically minded commercial lead who can take ownership of all financial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account.

The Senior Quantity Surveyor Role

You’ll play a key role in supporting the Project Manager and wider delivery team, taking full responsibility for cost management, subcontract & material procurement, and commercial reporting. This is a great opportunity for a Senior QS who enjoys being involved in the detail while also contributing strategically to project success.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee all commercial and contractual elements of the project.

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Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.

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Procure and manage subcontract packages from tender to final account.

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Lead valuations, variations, and change control processes.

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Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure commercial alignment.

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Support procurement of materials and assist in self-delivery cost management.

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Provide commercial guidance to site teams and drive value across all stages of delivery.

About You

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Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field.

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Experience working for a main contractor, not developer.

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Proven background delivering new build social housing schemes.

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Solid understanding of both technical construction and commercial risk.

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Strong communication and negotiation skills.

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A proactive, detail-oriented approach and a genuine passion for project delivery.

What’s on Offer

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Salary up to £100,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.

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Opportunity to take commercial ownership of a high-profile London project.

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Supportive, collaborative team environment with strong career prospects.

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A company that values initiative, technical ability, and long-term development.

If you’re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a role with real responsibility on a technically challenging RC frame project, we’d love to hear from you