Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: London, New BroadStreet EC2M 1JH

About Us

Macro is a recognised global specialist in facilities management, providing cutting‑edge services to some of the most prominent brands offering workplace design, helpdesk services, interim property management, and solutions to make buildings healthier, smarter, and sustainable by using advanced technological solutions. We are driven by a commitment to excellence in everything we do. Our values—Drive for Better, Delight Customers, Do What’s Right, and Develop People—shape our culture and guide our decision‑making. Our strategic priorities focus on Everyday Excellence, Outstanding Experience, and Everlasting Impact. Join our team to contribute to an organisation that prioritises innovation and technology.

About The Role

We are currently looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor (QS) to join a dynamic team delivering and overseeing commercial activities as part of a multi-disciplinary projects team. The role will report to the Head of Cost Management and work closely with senior members of the Consultancy team, as well as stakeholders across the wider Macro business. This is a hybrid role, with a minimum requirement to be on‑site (Macro office, client office or project site) three times per week, including weekly travel to Reigate, Surrey.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Management & Delivery: Lead cost planning, estimating, and budgeting across all project stages (RIBA 0–7 or equivalent). Prepare and manage cost plans, procurement strategies, tender documentation, and contract administration. Deliver accurate financial reporting, including cost forecasts, cash flow, and risk assessments. Provide robust commercial advice to clients, ensuring cost certainty and value for money. Manage change control processes and ensure transparent reporting of variations.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a trusted advisor, building strong, long‑term client relationships. Lead client meetings and present cost strategies in a clear, confident, and solutions‑focused manner. Collaborate effectively with project teams, including designers, contractors, and consultants. Support business development through client engagement and contributions to bids and proposals.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and continuous improvement. Promote collaboration across multidisciplinary teams in line with Macro Group’s people‑first culture. Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing team environment.
• Commercial & Contractual Management: Administer contracts (e.g., JCT and NEC), ensuring compliance and effective risk mitigation. Lead negotiations with contractors and suppliers to achieve optimal commercial outcomes. Identify and manage project risks, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies are implemented.
• Sustainability & Value Focus: Embed sustainable cost practices, supporting clients in achieving environmental and social value objectives. Advise on whole‑life costing and value engineering solutions aligned with sustainable design principles. Promote efficient resource use and innovation in cost management approaches.
• Quality, Compliance & Governance: Ensure all work adheres to Macro Group’s quality standards, processes, and governance frameworks. Maintain professional standards in line with RICS or equivalent professional bodies. Champion ethical practice, transparency, and accountability across all project activities.

About You

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing consultancy business. At Macro, we are looking for enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about cost management and who hold themselves to the highest standards to delight clients and drive for better.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant within a consultancy environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost planning, procurement strategies, and contract administration.
• Experience managing projects across sectors (e.g., commercial workplace, public sector, education, retail).
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Ability to uphold the values and behaviours of the organisation.
• Actively promote Diversity & Inclusion within the team.
• Ability to work as part of a team, supporting colleagues where required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work under pressure to challenging timescales, and handle a varied workload with competing priorities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
• MRICS preferred.
• Strong knowledge of standard contract forms (e.g., NEC, JCT, and FIDIC).

Diversity Statement

We want to create a workplace where everyone feels safe to bring their whole selves to work. We recognise that every individual has different needs. This is Me is Macro’s EDI campaign, a commitment to understanding and supporting those needs, both professionally and personally. Our aim is to help identify and acknowledge individual needs that may impact work‑life experience. It’s about being proactive, learning from one another, and creating a supportive space that encourages growth and productivity. Should you need to discuss any reasonable adjustments or require guidance about our recruitment process, please contact to speak to a member of our team.