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MACMORAN RECRUITMENT Limited

Quantity Surveyor – Office-to-Residential Conversion (£18m+)
Islington, London
£65,000 – £75,000 + Car Allowance

About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Islington to take the commercial lead on an office-to-residential conversion valued at over £18m. The scheme involves transforming an existing commercial building into 120 modern apartments, a complex, technically interesting project with plenty of scope to make an impact.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of the project

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Prepare cost plans, valuations, variations, and financial reports

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Manage tendering, subcontractor packages, and procurement strategy

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Lead contract administration using JCT forms

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Maintain accurate cost control and produce monthly project reporting

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Work closely with design, technical, and site teams to support successful delivery

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Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors

About You

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Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor in residential or office-to-resi conversion projects

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Confident handling schemes £10m+

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Strong commercial judgement and negotiation skills

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Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating within a wider delivery team

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Detail-oriented, proactive, and confident in a fast-paced urban project environment

What’s on Offer

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£65,000 – £75,000 salary

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Car allowance

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Chance to play a key role in a major London redevelopment project

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Supportive environment, clear progression pathway, and long-term career development

If you’re ready to step into a higher-value London project with strong backing and plenty of responsibility, we’d love to hear from you