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Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Your new company You will be joining a growing, privately owned residential developer operating across London, delivering a broad range of schemes typically valued from circa £5m through to £60m. Their portfolio includes boutique infill sites, mid-rise flat blocks, and multi-unit regeneration-style developments. The business has built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and reliable delivery, managing projects from early-stage planning through to completion. With a healthy pipeline spanning both established and emerging London locations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can gain wide-ranging project exposure and make a meaningful impact.
Your new role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of multiple residential developments, supporting projects from early feasibility through to final account. This is a hands-on position offering full life cycle exposure, where you will:
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- Manage project costs, budgets, and financial reporting across schemes
- Lead subcontractor procurement, including tendering, negotiation, and package management
- Oversee valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Provide commercial input during pre-construction and design stages
- Monitor contractor performance and manage commercial risk
- Contribute to value engineering and delivery strategy
You will work closely with senior leadership, gaining valuable exposure rarely offered at this level, within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
What you'll need to succeed
- 3-8 years' experience in Quantity Surveying
- A strong background in residential construction (London experience advantageous)
- Experience working with either a main contractor or developer
- Solid cost planning, procurement, and commercial management skills
- The ability to manage projects through multiple stages of delivery
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What you'll get in return The job is paying up to £75K per annum
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