Criterion Capital are seeking an experienced and dynamic Professional Quantity Surveyor (PQS) to join our in-house preconstruction team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the financial aspects of our development projects, ensuring they are delivered within budget, and providing expert advice on feasibility cost planning, procurement strategies, contract administration and value engineering. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects and contribute to the growth and success of our business. Projects across the portfolio include commercial to hotel conversions, mixed use residential, private residential refurbishments.
Responsibilities:
* Cost Planning & Estimating - Prepare detailed cost plans and estimates during the feasibility and design stages of projects.
* Tender Management - Prepare tender documents, manage procurement processes, and conduct tender evaluations.
* Contract Administration - Advise on and prepare construction contracts / consultant appointments, including variations.
* Value Engineering - Provide cost-effective solutions and alternatives to ensure maximum value for money.
* Risk Management - Identify commercial risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies.
* Client Interaction - Act as the primary point of contact for clients on all cost-related matters, attending meetings and presenting reports.
* Project Management Support - Work alongside the pre-construction project managers, architects, and engineers to ensure alignment on budgetary goals.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
* Professional accreditation with a recognized institution (e.g., MRICS, AIQS, CIQS, or equivalent).
* Minimum 5-7 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role, preferably within a consultancy or client-side environment.
* Strong knowledge of standard forms of contract (JCT, NEC, etc.).
* Proficient in cost estimation software and MS Office Suite.
* Excellent analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Desirable skill – Familiar with use of BIM and digital cost estimating tools – Bluebeam
Due to the collaborative nature of the role and to assist candidates with their progression we require all staff to be based full time at the office in Central London.
Candidates must be able to prove their eligibility to work permanently in the UK and have fluent written and spoken English.
If you would like to apply for either position, please submit your CV with examples of your work compiled into 1 PDF (maximum 10MB).