Senior Quantity Surveyor in Oxford

Location: Oxford

Salary: Competitive

Hours: 41

Minimum Requirements:

• Strong commercial experience in construction, ideally within high end residential projects.
• A solid understanding of construction contracts, financial reporting and strong numeracy are essential.
• A relevant construction degree is preferred.

As a leader in high-end construction, heritage conservation and specialist crafts in London and the South of England, we take pride in working on Britain's finest private residences, luxury hotels and most cherished historic architecture. We believe our people are our greatest asset, as it’s their dedication to excellence that has been the foundation for our outstanding reputation.

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor you’ll take responsibility for the commercial management of high value construction projects from procurement through to final account. You’ll work closely with the project and site teams to manage costs, valuations, variations and subcontract packages while maintaining strong financial control. The role focuses on protecting project margin, managing risk and ensuring commercial performance across the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• You’ll manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects from procurement through to final account, ensuring costs are controlled, risks are managed and margins are protected throughout delivery.
• You’ll lead the procurement of subcontract packages, preparing tender documentation, reviewing returns, negotiating terms and placing orders in line with project and commercial targets.
• You’ll prepare and maintain CVRs, cash flow forecasts and other financial reports, providing clear and accurate commercial updates to the wider project and commercial teams.
• You’ll prepare and agree monthly valuations with both clients and subcontractors, ensuring payment schedules are managed correctly and applications are processed within agreed timescales.
• You’ll manage project variations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring changes are properly assessed, valued and agreed both upstream with the client and downstream with the supply chain.
• You’ll monitor subcontractor compliance including insurances, warranties and contractual obligations, ensuring all commercial and contractual requirements are met throughout the project.

Location:

You’ll be part of our Central Region where high-end country projects from £500k to £100m are delivered by teams aligned to the scale and complexity of each build. Our portfolio for the region spans listed buildings, major refurbishments, contemporary new builds, sporting estates, boutique hotels, and substantial private residences. You’ll be based onsite at one of our prestigious projects, joining a warm and professional team known for their expertise, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

Benefits:

• Grow your skills and your career with access to full training and development programmes designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Be part of an inclusive workplace where everyone is respected, valued, and encouraged to share ideas and make a real impact.
• Enjoy a comprehensive rewards package including a competitive salary, company pension, sick pay, life cover, enhanced maternity/paternity pay, and long service recognition.
• Earn more time off with a holiday allowance that increases with your length of service – plus all bank holidays.
• Save on everyday essentials with exclusive discounts at leading retailers and supermarkets.
• Get 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Programme, offering expert advice, counselling, and practical help whenever you need it.
• Enjoy a restful holiday break—we close during the Christmas period, giving you the chance to relax over the festive season.
• We prioritise your wellbeing with our healthcare programmes, annual flu vaccines, and for those who will benefit, a personalised menopause plan.

Qualifications:

• You’ll bring strong knowledge of commercial management within construction projects, with the ability to manage cost, margin and financial performance across the full project lifecycle.
• You’ll understand private residential contracting, particularly high end refurbishment and new build projects where quality, attention to detail and client expectations are critical.
• You’ll have a solid grasp of construction methods, materials and building processes, enabling you to accurately assess scope, manage costs and support the project team.
• You’ll understand construction contracts, commercial risk and property related legislation, allowing you to manage contractual obligations and protect the commercial position of the project.
• You’ll demonstrate strong financial management, numeracy and reporting capability, with the ability to produce accurate CVRs, valuations, forecasts and commercial reports.
• You’ll be confident using MS Office, particularly Excel, to manage project financial data, analyse costs and maintain clear and accurate commercial records.