At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial lifecycle for high-end residential projects in London.
- Company: Established contractor known for exceptional craftsmanship and quality.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private healthcare, pension, and professional development support.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth and team collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on prestigious projects while working with high-net-worth clients.
- Qualifications: Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or strong QS ready to step up.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
Senior Quantity Surveyor | Prime & Super-Prime Residential | London
We are partnering with an established specialist main contractor delivering exceptional private residential projects across London.
The business is trusted to undertake complex, high-end refurbishments, structural renovations, basement constructions, listed‑building restorations and bespoke interior works for discerning private clients.
With a strong reputation for craftsmanship, quality and delivery, it manages projects from early‑stage planning through to completion.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take commercial ownership of a portfolio of prestigious projects.
This is a key role for a commercially strong Senior QS who enjoys operating autonomously, influencing project strategy and working in a business where detail, quality and client experience genuinely matter.
The role
You will lead the full commercial lifecycle across complex prime and super‑prime residential schemes, partnering closely with Project Managers, site teams, clients, consultants and the supply chain.
Key responsibilities include
- Taking overall commercial responsibility for allocated projects from pre‑construction through to final account.
- Producing and presenting monthly CVRs, cost forecasts, cashflows and commercial reports.
- Managing head‑contract obligations, including valuations, variations, claims, notices and change control.
- Leading procurement of subcontractor packages and ensuring procurement aligns with programme and project requirements.
- Managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, variations, risk and final‑account negotiations.
- Supporting tender, cost‑planning and pre‑construction activity where required.
- Leading commercial reviews and providing clear, proactive advice to senior stakeholders.
- Reviewing contract documentation, drawings and RFIs to identify and manage commercial risk and opportunity.
- Maintaining strong commercial controls through Procore and other project systems.
- Helping to develop and support more junior members of the commercial team.
About you
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, or a strong Quantity Surveyor ready to step up.
- Strong background delivering £5m+ prime or super‑prime residential projects.
- Experience with complex refurbishment, heritage or listed‑building work would be highly advantageous.
- Demonstrable experience managing projects commercially from pre‑contract through to final account.
- Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, procurement, cost management and contract administration.
- Comfortable dealing with high‑net-worth clients, client representatives and professional teams, with the discretion and attention to detail this environment demands.
- Highly competent in Excel, Bluebeam and ideally Procore.
- Commercially astute, solution‑focused and confident leading project‑level commercial discussions.
Package and benefits
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package is on offer, including private healthcare, wellbeing membership, pension, enhanced length‑of‑service holiday, professional‑development support, cycle‑to‑work scheme and regular team events.
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Senior Quantity Surveyor employer: Blackmount Recruitment Ltd
As a Quantity Surveyor with us, you'll thrive in a dynamic work culture that values proactivity and ownership, supported by a competitive salary and an extensive benefits package including private healthcare and professional development opportunities. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our cycle-to-work scheme and regular team events, making this an excellent place for personal and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Blackmount Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
