Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor (Major Residential New Build) – East London/Essex
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
Salary/Package: £65,000 – £85,000 DOE + Travel + Private Medical + Pension + Discretionary Bonus + Annual Leave (Freelance day rate also available
O'Neill and Brennan are currently working with a leading main contractor who have secured a major residential development in London. The project is a £100m RC Frame apartment scheme comprising a large-scale multi-storey residential development and forms part of a wider regeneration programme within the area.
They are seeking to hire an experienced Quantity Surveyor who can take commercial responsibility for a significant portion of the project and manage the procurement, delivery and final accounting of key subcontract packages throughout the construction lifecycle.
The client is open to considering individuals from either a strong main contracting background or those currently working for a residential developer, provided they have experience delivering large-scale residential schemes and are comfortable managing substantial package values.
You will join an established commercial team on a flagship development, working alongside experienced Commercial Managers and Senior Surveyors, offering excellent long-term progression opportunities within a highly successful contractor.
Role Overview
Title: Quantity Surveyor
Project: £100m RC Frame Residential Development
Location: London
Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 DOE + Package (Freelance also available)
Start: ASAP but can wait for the right person
Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
Leading the procurement of subcontract packages across the project
Commercial management of approximately 50% of the subcontract packages on site
Preparing, negotiating and agreeing final accounts with subcontractors
Producing cost reports, forecasts and monthly commercial reporting
Managing variations, change control and commercial risk across allocated packages
Working closely with site, design and operational teams to ensure successful project delivery
Requirements
Experience working as a Quantity Surveyor within either a main contractor or residential developer environment
Previous experience delivering large-scale residential developments xsngvjr
Strong understanding of subcontract procurement and package management
Experience preparing and agreeing final accounts
Knowledge of JCT forms of contract and commercial reporting processes
Able and willing to commute to London and site locations as required
If you're a Quantity Surveyor with either strong developer or main contracting experience and are looking to join a leading contractor on a flagship residential scheme, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on, or send your CV via email .
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