Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor – Prime Residential Construction

Job Type: Full-time

Reporting To: Commercial Manager / Projects Director

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

The Senior Quantity Surveyor will oversee all cost-related aspects of high-end, bespoke residential construction projects, ensuring financial control, contract compliance, and value optimization. Working closely with clients, contractors, and design teams, the role demands extensive knowledge of high-quality finishes, custom craftsmanship, and luxury building standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Pre-Construction & Procurement:

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and budgets based on architectural drawings and client briefs.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Evaluate tender submissions and prepare recommendations.
• Participate in procurement strategies, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.
• Review bills of quantities (BOQs), schedules of rates, and specifications.
• Direct liaison with employers and employer’s representatives
• Direct interface with the project team
• Interviewing contractors, allocating orders, confirming contract terms and warranties.
• Preparation of tender packs
• Preparation and analysis of costs from tenders

Cost Control & Reporting:

• Track and report project costs and valuations throughout the construction phase.
• Maintain and manage the cost plan and provide monthly financial reports.
• Forecast cash flow and update projections in line with construction progress.
• Identify, evaluate, and manage variations and change orders.
• Maintain a positive cash position on the project throughout the duration of the works.
• Seek to maximise margin whilst not compromising on quality of delivered product
• Prepare Cost Reports and CVR’s

Contract Management:

• Administer main contracts and subcontracts (JCT, bespoke forms, etc.).
• Maintaining knowledge of current building contracts in use
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and statutory requirements.
• Draft, review, and issue payment notices, applications, and final accounts.
• Liaise with legal teams on dispute resolution or claims if needed.

Site and Client Interface:

• Attend site meetings and ensure alignment between site activities and commercial goals.
• Act as key commercial liaison with high-net-worth clients and their representatives.
• Coordinate with architects, designers, engineers, and subcontractors to maintain project vision and quality standards.

Post-Construction:

• Lead the final account settlement process.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance and compile cost data for future reference.
• Support defect rectification periods and contract close-out.