Effects Decorating Services
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Company Description
Effects Decorating Services is a well-established painting and decorating company founded in 2005. The business delivers high-quality professional finishes across all aspects of painting, decorating, and specialist French polishing services. It has successfully completed a broad range of new build and commercial projects and maintains strong, long-term relationships with its clients. With management bringing over 35 years of industry experience, Effects Decorating Services offers a stable, expert environment for construction and property professionals. The company’s focus on craftsmanship and reliability makes it a trusted partner on projects throughout the London area and beyond.
Role Description
The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee cost management for painting, decorating, and related commercial and new build projects, ensuring financial control from tender through to final account. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Preparing and reviewing Bills of Quantities
- Conducting cost planning and forecasting
- Monitoring budgets
- Producing regular cost reports for internal teams and clients
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The role involves liaising with project managers, site teams, and clients to manage variations, assess valuations, and support contract negotiations. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will also contribute to improving estimating and reporting processes and supporting junior team members.
This is a full-time, hybrid role based in the London Area, United Kingdom, with the flexibility to work from home for part of the week.
Qualifications
- Ability to manage project finances using Cost Control and Cost Management skills.
- Proficiency in preparing and reviewing BOQ (Bills of Quantities) and related documentation.
- Experience in structured Cost Planning for construction or fit-out projects.
- Competence in producing accurate, timely Cost Reporting for stakeholders.
- Relevant degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
- Experience in commercial, new build, or specialist decorating projects within the UK construction industry.
- Strong analytical, numerical, and negotiation skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to communicate clearly with clients, contractors, and internal teams and to work effectively in a hybrid office/site/home environment.
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