The Company
Our client is a well-established, family-run main contractor specialising in refurbishment, fit-out, and heritage restoration projects across London.
With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality schemes, they are particularly known for their work on complex, design-led refurbishments and the restoration of historic buildings.
Operating from their central London office in Oxford Circus, they offer a collaborative and supportive working environment, combining technical expertise with a people-focused culture.
Projects typically range from £1 million to £20 million+, spanning commercial, heritage, and high-end refurbishment sectors.
Project Examples:
• Heritage Restoration, Listed Building
Refurbishment and restoration of a historic property, including structural upgrades, conservation works, and high-quality internal fit-out.
• Commercial Fit-Out, Central London
CAT A & CAT B fit-out of office space, incorporating high-spec finishes and complex MEP coordination.
• Refurbishment, Mixed-Use Building
Full internal and external refurbishment of a mixed-use asset, including façade improvements and reconfiguration of internal layouts.
The Role
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of projects, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will play a key role in both the commercial delivery of live projects and supporting pre-construction activities through some estimating and tendering input.
Roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Take full commercial responsibility for projects from pre-construction through to final account
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost plans, and financial forecasts
• Monitor project expenditure and ensure effective cost control throughout delivery
• Lead procurement processes, including preparation of tender packages and analysis of subcontractor returns
• Negotiate and appoint subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and applications for payment
• Identify, price, and manage variations throughout the project lifecycle
• Produce accurate cost reports and provide regular financial updates to senior management
• Assist in securing new work by contributing to competitive and commercially sound tenders
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including valuations and final accounts