Senior Quantity Surveyor in City of London

Overview

Quantity Surveyor (Mid-Senior Level) – Specialist Contractor – Civils, Groundworks & RC Frame

SE/ East London

£50k – £95k DOE

PAYE or Ltd Company

Our impressive client is expanding their commercial team to support a strong pipeline of major projects across London and the South East. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyors (Mid-Senior level) with a background in civils, groundworks, and RC frame to join their growing business.

Projects Include

• Barking: Current £2m phase (30-storey tower block) + next £21m phase (4 tower blocks, podium & external works, 2-year build) – major developer client
• Guildford: £50m+ phased scheme (11 tower blocks & basement, 2-3 years) – major developer client
• Airports: Expansion projects at Stansted & Bristol (£15m total) for a leading Main Contractor
• Other sites: West Drayton, Barking, Stratford, Wentworth (£1m-£5m packages)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects independently, reporting directly to the Commercial Director.
• Cost reporting & monitoring: monthly reporting on cost vs budget, projected costs & revenue.
• Procurement & management of specialist subcontractors (typically 5-10 per project, alongside self-delivery teams).
• Support the business\’s recent transition onto COINS for all commercial processes.
• Maintain strong commercial control across complex civils/RC frame projects.

Skills & Experience

• 4-10 years\’ experience in Quantity Surveying (Groundworks / RC Frame essential).
• Experience working with specialist subcontractor not just main contractor managing similar packages.
• Strong knowledge of cost reporting, forecasting & budget control
• Experience procuring subcontractors and managing direct labour delivery.
• Confident in leading projects with minimal supervision.
• Effective communicator with both site teams and clients.

Why Join Them?

• Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with major developer and main contractor clients
• Clear progression pathway for the right individuals as we continue to grow
• Flexible structure with a balance of site and office-based work
• Competitive package with choice of PAYE or Ltd company engagement
• Vibrant, young and collaborative head office – views to moving end of year to bigger, revamped premises
• Excellent exposure with regular site visits (2-3 days per week)
• Good package benefits inc; 20 days holiday + travel expenses (PAYE includes statutory pension) and strong bonus structure
• If you\\\’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a business with strong growth and progression opportunities, APPLY NOW to avoid disappointment