At a Glance
- Tasks: Oversee commercial delivery of exciting education and healthcare projects across North London.
- Company: Join a respected main contractor known for high-quality projects and staff retention.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, travel allowance, private medical, pension, and bonuses.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities in a dynamic and supportive team.
- Why this job: Step into a leadership role and make a real impact on major projects.
- Qualifications: Experience as a Managing or Senior Quantity Surveyor in a main contracting environment.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with a well-established and highly respected main contractor who deliver complex new build and refurbishment projects across the education, healthcare and public sector markets throughout London and the Home Counties.
Due to a number of new opportunities in the area and an overall increase in demand in that region, they are seeking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial delivery of multiple projects whilst supporting the wider commercial team. The role will initially be based from a satellite office in North London before progressing into a regional position overseeing schemes across North London and the surrounding Home Counties.
This opportunity would suit an established Managing Quantity Surveyor or a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step into a broader leadership role, with experience delivering projects from pre-contract through to final account within a reputable main contracting environment. You will be joining a business with an excellent reputation for staff retention, career progression and delivering high-quality projects across technically challenging sectors.
- Commercial oversight and management of multiple projects
- Exposure to leading projects from £50m - £80m in value
- Leading projects through the full commercial lifecycle from PCSA and pre-construction through to final account
- Managing and mentoring Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors within the commercial team
- Cost reporting, forecasting, budgeting and risk management across multiple schemes
- Supporting project teams with commercial advice, change management and contractual matters
- Working closely with senior operational and pre-construction teams to ensure successful project delivery
- Contributing to the overall commercial performance and profitability of the business unit
Experience working as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within an established main contracting environment is required, along with proven experience delivering projects through PCSA, pre-construction and the full project commercial lifecycle. Previous exposure to education, healthcare or other public sector projects would be highly advantageous.
Strong understanding of JCT contracts, procurement and subcontractor management is essential, as well as excellent commercial, leadership and stakeholder management skills. Candidates must be able and willing to travel across North London and the surrounding Home Counties as required.
Surveyor - Cost Manager in Watford employer: O'Neill & Brennan UK
O’Neill and Brennan is an exceptional employer, renowned for its commitment to staff retention and career progression within the construction sector. With a focus on delivering high-quality projects in education and healthcare, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits including private medical care and a discretionary bonus. Located in North London, this role offers the unique opportunity to lead significant projects while being part of a respected team dedicated to excellence.
