Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Hounslow, West London, TW14
Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 + Car Allowance, Healthcare, Pension, 25 Days Holiday, Bonus.
Sector: Commercial, Mixed-Use Residential, Retail & Leisure
Project Values: £20m – £100m
The Company
Our client is a well-established construction business delivering high-quality commercial, mixed-use residential, retail and leisure developments across London and the South East. With a strong pipeline of secured work in West London, we are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
The Role
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take full commercial responsibility for projects ranging from £20m to £100m in value. Reporting to the Commercial Director/Commercial Manager, you will manage all financial and contractual aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account.
This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent commercial acumen, and comprehensive knowledge of JCT forms of contract, particularly Design & Build.
Key Responsibilities
Lead commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account
Prepare, manage and report on project budgets and cost plans
Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, including tender analysis and negotiation
Draft, review and manage subcontract agreements
Administer and manage JCT contracts (including Design & Build)
Manage interim valuations, variations, change control and final accounts
Produce accurate cost reporting, CVRs and forecasts
Monitor risk and opportunity schedules
Provide strategic commercial advice to project teams and senior management
Manage and mentor Assistant/Intermediate Quantity Surveyors where applicable
Maintain strong client and subcontractor relationships
Required Experience & Qualifications
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or reputable developer
Strong track record delivering commercial, mixed-use residential, retail and leisure schemes
Experience managing projects valued between £20m – £100m
Proficient in JCT forms of contract, including Design & Build
Strong understanding of cost control, procurement and subcontract management
Excellent negotiation and communication skills
Experience producing CVRs and detailed commercial reports
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline
MRICS (desirable but not essential) Personal Attributes
Commercially astute with strong analytical skills
Proactive and solution-focused
Confident in leading commercial discussions
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines