Quantity Surveyor (Fit-out)

The Opportunity

We are partnered with a specialist fit‑out and refurbishment cost consultancy widely recognised for delivering high‑end commercial, workplace and interior environments for blue‑chip corporates, global occupiers and premium landlords. With an established London presence and a strong reputation for quality, precision and client service, the consultancy is known for its ability to deliver fast‑paced, design‑driven projects where commercial rigour and stakeholder communication are paramount. Their portfolio spans Grade A office refurbishments, Cat A and Cat B schemes, premium workplace environments, boutique commercial interiors and complex heritage refurbishments, often delivered within occupied or logistically constrained city environments. The business continues to grow organically, driven by repeat clients and a consistent pipeline of high‑specification commercial fit‑outs across London.

The consultancy is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join its London team, supporting the commercial delivery of high‑end office fit‑out and refurbishment projects across the capital. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with senior commercial leaders, designers, project managers and prestigious clients, contributing to all stages of cost planning and commercial management. You will play a key role in ensuring projects are cost‑effective, commercially robust and delivered to the highest standards expected within London’s premium commercial market.

Key Responsibilities

• Support full‑cycle cost management across high‑end commercial fit‑out and refurbishment schemes.
• Prepare detailed cost plans, estimates and feasibility assessments from early concept to construction stage.
• Assist with procurement strategies, tender documentation, contractor negotiation and bid evaluation.
• Manage valuations, variations, change control, cost reporting and post‑contract commercial tasks.
• Provide commercially driven advice to clients, design teams and project leaders.
• Contribute to value engineering, benchmarking and programme optimisation exercises.
• Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and maintain high‑quality commercial documentation.

Required Experience & Background

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy or fit‑out specialist environment.
• Exposure to commercial fit‑out, Cat A, Cat B or high‑end refurbishment projects.
• Strong grounding in both pre‑contract and post‑contract cost management.
• Capable of working in fast‑paced, design‑led environments with demanding stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate in a client‑facing role.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline; progression toward MRICS advantageous.
• Strong analytical and numerical capability with attention to detail.
• Confident interpreting drawings, specifications and design information.
• Strong organisational, reporting and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional, polished and able to articulate commercial insights clearly.

What’s On Offer

• A structured development pathway with clear progression opportunities toward Senior QS level.
• Exposure to London’s most prestigious commercial fit‑out and workplace projects.
• A dynamic, design‑focused consultancy environment with strong leadership accessibility.
• Competitive salary, benefits package and ongoing professional development support.
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career within a highly respected fit‑out consultancy.

How to Apply

To explore this opportunity in confidence, please forward your CV or project profile to calum@gedonexecutive.com or contact 07481 954446 for an initial conversation.