Quantity Surveyor in London

Permanent | Construction & Office Fit-Out Projects | Hampshire

Hatched Talent is proud to be partnering with a growing construction and fit-out business to recruit an experienced Quantity Surveyor with Office Fit-Out experience to join their Project Finance team.

This is a commercially focused role offering genuine influence over project profitability, cost control, and value engineering. You\’ll work closely with senior leadership and project teams, acting as a key commercial driver across multiple projects while supporting and mentoring others within the finance function.

The Role

Reporting to the Contracts Director, you will take ownership of commercial and financial control across a portfolio of Office Fit-Out projects. Your focus will be on maximising profitability, minimising risk, and ensuring robust cost and value reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

You\’ll work collaboratively with project managers, subcontractors, consultants, and clients, while continually reviewing processes to improve efficiency and performance.

Key Responsibilities

Compare and analyse subcontractor prices, supporting selection decisions

Maintain full financial control of projects to achieve or exceed target margins

Value and certify subcontractor works, managing applications and payments

Produce client valuations and applications for payment, including invoicing

Identify and implement value engineering opportunities to improve margin and reduce risk

Manage cost planning, forecasting, CVRs, and cashflow reporting

Attend site meetings, manage variations, and control change processes

Apply and manage contractual terms, notices, and confirmations accurately

Build and maintain strong relationships with consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors

Provide guidance and mentorship to members of the project finance team

Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial processes and practices

About You

To be successful in this role, you\’ll be a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in construction or design & build fit-out projects.

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Professional qualification accredited by the RICS

Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or in a pre-contracts/commercial role

Strong understanding of construction processes and cost planning

Experience delivering profitable projects with measurable commercial success

Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and current building regulations

Good understanding of M&E disciplines

Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills

High attention to detail with a methodical, organised approach

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