Senior Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor – East London
Salary: £75,000 – £90,000 + package
A major main contractor is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor with experience delivering complex residential developments to join them on a large and technically challenging scheme in East London. The successful individual will take commercial responsibility for a significant section of the project and work closely with the wider project and commercial teams to ensure the successful delivery of the development. Ideally the individual will have experience working for a main contractor on large-scale residential projects and demonstrate longevity in previous positions.
• Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Location: East London
• Salary: £75,000 – £90,000
• Start: ASAP but willing to wait for notice periods
• Type: Permanent
Responsibilities
• Act as commercial lead for a major project section: Take full commercial responsibility for a section of the development valued at approximately £50m, managing costs, subcontractor packages, and financial reporting to ensure the project is delivered within budget.
• Manage subcontractor procurement and commercial processes: Oversee the preparation of tender documentation, review and negotiate subcontractor packages, manage valuations, variations, and final accounts while maintaining strong relationships with the supply chain.
• Ensure financial control and reporting: Work closely with the commercial director and project team to produce accurate cost reports, forecasts, and cash flow projections, identifying and managing commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle.
Requirements
• Previous / recent experience working as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor on residential construction projects
• Previous positions working for a main contractor
• Experience managing significant subcontractor packages and leading the commercial function on major project sections
• Longevity of previous positions and a desire to go the distance in a new position
What’s on Offer
• Competitive Salary
• Travel expenses
• Discretionary bonus
• Medical cover
• Pension contributions
If you’re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who is looking for a role with a busy and well-established main contractor delivering a major residential scheme, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on 07552 619 663, or send your CV via email to
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.