Project Manager Construction
Project Manager
London
£60,000 – £80,000
About the Company
You’ll be joining a highly respected main contractor with a strong reputation across London and the South East, known for delivering complex and high-value construction, refurbishment, and fit-out projects. The company combines technical excellence with a collaborative, hands-on approach — taking pride in delivering exceptional quality and precision across commercial, residential, and landmark developments. Their culture is professional, team-oriented, and focused on long-term client partnerships.
About the Role – Senior Project Quantity Surveyor
As Senior Project Quantity Surveyor, you’ll take commercial ownership of major construction and fit-out schemes, managing all financial and contractual aspects from inception through to final account. You’ll play a key role in ensuring profitability, cost certainty, and risk management, while supporting project teams to achieve outstanding results. Key responsibilities include:
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Preparing and managing cost plans, budgets, and forecasts across all project stages
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Leading procurement and subcontractor selection, including tender analysis and negotiation
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Administering contracts and managing variations, valuations, and change control processes
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Producing regular commercial reports and presenting financial updates to senior management
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Identifying and mitigating commercial risks while maximising value opportunities
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Supporting value engineering and constructability reviews to achieve design and cost alignment
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Mentoring and developing junior QS and commercial team members
Rewards & Benefits
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Salary range: £90,000 – £105,000
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Performance-related commission or bonus scheme
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Contributory pension plan
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Private healthcare cover
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Flexible working options, including home-based days
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Early finishes on Fridays during the summer months
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Opportunity to work on flagship London projects within a high-performing commercial team
Requirements
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Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior QS within main contracting, covering new build, refurbishment, or fit-out schemes
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Strong understanding of cost management, procurement, and commercial reporting on high-value projects
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Solid knowledge of JCT contracts and variation/change control processes
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Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
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Commercially astute with a proactive approach to cost control, risk management, and profitability
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Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with project and site teams