Location: London & South East (Hybrid: home-based with site visits)
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Salary: Competitive
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hrs/week, Monday–Friday
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Why Join Us?
Ground Control is more than just a landscaping company, we’re a sustainability-driven leader in creating greener spaces and restoring our environment.
Sustainable Company of the Year 2024 & 2023 – Pro Landscaper Business Awards
Highly Commended – Design Studio of the Year
Net Zero by 2038 – Science Based Target initiative (SBTi) approved
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved, but it’s our people who make the real difference, passionate experts delivering exceptional projects while caring for the planet.
What you’ll do:
We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic Projects team, managing large-scale landscape construction projects across London. This is a high level commercial role where you’ll take full responsibility for ensuring financial performance, accurate reporting, and the successful delivery of high-profile projects.
Why this role stands out:
* Autonomy & Trust – Smaller team means you have greater decision-making freedom.
* Variety & Challenge – Every project is different, from public gardens to urban green roofs.
* Positive Impact – Work that improves communities and the environment.
* Flexible Working – Hybrid role with a balance of home and site work.
* Career Development – Opportunities to grow and develop within Ground Control
What You'll Do:
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will:
* Oversee the financial management of major landscape construction projects from inception to completion.
* Manage project budgets, cost control, and financial reporting to ensure profitability.
* Prepare accurate monthly valuations, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations.
* Negotiate variations and contractual changes with clients and subcontractors.
* Lead procurement activities, including subcontractor selection, material sourcing, and scheduling.
* Maintain clear, up-to-date commercial records and documentation.
* Collaborate closely with the Project Manager, Commercial Manager, and client-side QS to deliver projects on time and within budget.
About You:
We’re looking for someone who brings:
* Minimum 5 years experience in quantity surveying.
* Proven track record on large-scale construction or landscaping projects.
* Strong technical skills.
* Self-reliant, organised, and commercially astute.
* Professional, grounded personality with strong communications skills.
Desirable:
* A degree or professional qualification accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), or equivalent experience.
* RICS membership (Chartered or Associate).
* Experience mentoring junior surveyors and working closely with procurement teams.