Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Lead)

Ardmore has been at the forefront of delivering hundreds of major projects across London, earning a reputation for excellence in large-scale, complex developments. From iconic landmarks like the Corinthia Hotel and Churchill's Old War Office to transformative schemes such as The Ned, our passion and commitment to quality shape everything we do.\\n\\nWe design and build exceptional homes, high-end hotels, commercial spaces, and heritage restorations – the places that define London. And we do it with innovation, precision, and unmistakable style!\\n\\nThe Role\\n\\nWe're seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the commercial lead on a landmark luxury residential development in Central London.

This pivotal role involves providing strategic commercial leadership, ensuring robust financial management, and supporting the wider commercial team to deliver a high-profile heritage transformation to the highest standards.\\n\\nThe Project\\n\\nLocated just moments from Victoria Station, this £92m development is set within a stunning Grade I and II listed estate. The scheme will sensitively convert historic buildings into 42 ultra-prime residential apartments across three distinct blocks. A rooftop extension will house an exclusive penthouse, while a luxury wellness suite-including a gym, spa, and underground swimming pool-adds to the project's prestige.\\n\\nThis is a rare opportunity to play a key role in one of London's most exciting and technically challenging residential conversions.\\n\\nMain Responsibilities: \\n\\nTake full commercial responsibility for the project, ensuring financial targets are achieved and exceeded.\\nLead procurement strategies for subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants, ensuring robust contractual documentation and value for money.\\nOversee accurate and timely cost reporting, CVRs, forecasting, and cash flow management.\\nAdvise directors and project teams on commercial, progress, and contractual matters.\\nEnsure interim valuations, variations, final accounts, and payments are administered professionally and in line with contract terms.\\nChampion commercial risk management and ensure disputes are addressed proactively.\\nFoster a high-performance culture within the commercial team through leadership, mentoring, and technical support.\\n\\nWe're Looking For:\\n\\nBSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)\\nMRICS or working towards chartered status\\nProven track record in high-value residential or heritage projects\\nStrong understanding of NEC and JCT contracts\\nCommercially astute with excellent negotiation and presentation skills\\nProficient in CVR reporting and cost planning\\nFamiliar with ASTA PowerProjects or MS Project 2013/2016\\nA confident communicator, capable of working with multiple stakeholders across design and delivery teams\\n\\nExample of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)\\n\\nPrivate Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered)\\nCompetitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!\\nCompetitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme\\nCompetitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire\\nLife Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)\\nRelevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.\\nGenerous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500\\nThe opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme\\nDiscounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms\\n\\nFurther Information About the Role\\n\\nKindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described.

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