Quantity Surveyor

Company Overview: My client is a well-established and highly regarded construction and fit-out specialist delivering premium commercial and high-end projects across London and the surrounding areas. Their portfolio includes luxury offices, high-spec retail units, hospitality spaces, and bespoke residential refurbishments, working with blue-chip clients and leading architects and designers. Role Overview: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a skilled and commercially astute Quantity Surveyor to join my client’s team. The successful Quantity Surveyor will be responsible for managing all commercial aspects of mixed projects (fit out , restoration, new build etc.) from tender through to final account, ensuring financial control, risk management and value engineering throughout the process. Key Responsibilities of the Quantity Surveyor: * Prepare cost plans, estimates and budgets during pre-construction stages * Procure subcontractors and suppliers, including issuing tender packages and analysing returns * Produce and manage interim valuations, variations, and final accounts * Monitor project expenditure against budget and forecast costs * Ensure accurate monthly cost reporting and maintain cash flow forecasts * Conduct regular site visits to assess progress and identify risks * Assess subcontractor applications and recommend payments * Provide contractual advice and manage relationships with clients and subcontractors * Support project teams with change control, claims, and contract administration Requirements: * 3+ years’ experience (post degree) as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally within commercial and/or high-end fit-out sectors * Strong understanding of JCT contracts * Proven track record of managing budgets on projects in central London * Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience) * Excellent commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and attention to detail * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Competent in Microsoft Excel and industry-standard measurement software (e.g. Bluebeam, CostX) Desirable: * Experience with CAT A and CAT B office fit-outs * Background in heritage or listed building refurbishments Package & Benefits: * Competitive salary, dependent on experience * Car allowance, pension, and discretionary bonus (where applicable) * Opportunities for progression and continued professional development * Involvement in prestigious, design-led projects across London