Newham Council
Senior Quantity Surveyor
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Senior Quantity Surveyor
London Borough of Newham
£59,298 - £62,574 plus Local Government Pension Scheme
Location:
London – Building 1000 E16 2QU (Hybrid Working Available)
Contract:
Full Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our Property and Assets team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering a diverse portfolio of capital projects, maintenance programmes, refurbishment schemes and regeneration initiatives that directly benefit local communities.
You will lead on all aspects of cost management, procurement and contract administration across projects ranging from building maintenance and compliance works through to major capital developments. Working closely with project managers, consultants, contractors and senior stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide professional quantity surveying services across a wide-ranging property portfolio.
- Prepare cost estimates, budgets, cash flow forecasts and financial reports.
- Lead procurement exercises and tender evaluations.
- Administer contracts including JCT and NEC forms of contract.
- Assess valuations, variations, claims and final accounts.
- Monitor project expenditure and report on financial performance.
- Identify and manage commercial risks.
- Provide strategic cost advice to project teams and senior management.
- Support the delivery of capital investment, compliance and maintenance programmes.
- Mentor and support junior surveyors and project staff where required.
About You
You will be an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a strong track record of delivering construction and property projects within either the public or private sector.
Essential Requirements
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
- MRICS qualified or working towards chartership.
- Excellent IT skills.
- Significant experience in cost management and contract administration.
- Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.
- Experience of procurement and tendering processes.
- Excellent financial and commercial management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and relevant cost management systems.
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Desirable
- Experience working in a local authority, housing association, NHS or other public sector organisation.
- Knowledge of public procurement regulations.
- Experience delivering major capital projects and regeneration programmes.
Why Join Us?
- Work on projects that make a real difference to local communities.
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Career progression opportunities within a large and ambitious property service.
Apply Now
If you are a motivated Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to help shape and improve public buildings, infrastructure and community assets, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us in delivering high-quality, value-for-money projects that improve the lives of our residents.
closing date: 8th October 2026
Additional Information
We are committed to creating an inclusive, anti-racist environment for all. When you apply for a job at Newham, your application is considered on its merits regardless of your age, disability, ethnicity, faith, gender identity or sexual orientation. If you share our vision and values, and you bring the experience and skills we need, that’s all that matters to us.
The London Borough of Newham has important responsibilities for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. If you are appointed to a job that involves working with these groups, you may be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the south east. It is well connected by public transport with, bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the Theatre Royal Stratford East offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there.
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