Senior Quantity Surveyor Full Time

Location: London, UK

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Salary: £85,000 – £95,000 per annum

Benefits: Full expenses paid + Performance Bonus

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Commercial Management

• Full commercial responsibility for allocated M&E projects.
• Preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts.
• Cost reporting and forecasting to senior management.
• Management of project budgets and cost control processes.

Contract Administration (JCT Focused)

• Administration of predominantly JCT form contracts.
• Management and negotiation of variations.
• Preparation and review of subcontractor packages and appointments.
• Ensuring contractual compliance and mitigation of commercial risk.

Subcontractor & Supplier Management

• Procurement of subcontract packages.
• Measurement and valuation of subcontract work.
• Agreement of subcontractor accounts and payments.
• Management of supply chain commercial relationships.

Cost Control & Risk Management

• Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor labour, material and plant cost expenditure.
• Support project teams with commercial advice and cost planning.
• Assist in dispute resolution and commercial negotiations where required.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within M&E or Building Services.
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts (essential – circa 90% JCT exposure).
• Background in Mechanical & Electrical contracting preferred.
• Building Services or Engineering qualification (Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent reporting, forecasting and cost management capability.
• Ability to manage multiple London-based projects.

Benefits

• Performance Bonus (Annual 5-10%)
• Full travel expenses paid
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave + bank holidays
• Professional development / training support