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Senior Quantity Surveyor - London

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Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£60k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - London

Purpose

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial delivery of projects, taking ownership of the agreed scope of services and managing supporting team members with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality quantity surveying services to clients across a range of projects.
Establish and agree client requirements for cost planning and commercial reporting.
Manage risk, value engineering initiatives, and cost control measures.
Advise on procurement routes and tendering strategies.
Prepare tender documentation and contract packages, including bills of quantities.
Review and analyse tender returns, highlighting key commercial considerations and risk areas.
Monitor project budgets and financial performance to ensure works remain on track.
Produce budget updates and progress reports, including cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
Identify, assess, and respond to commercial risks, variations, and change control.
Issue notices in line with contract requirements and administer contractual obligations.
Provide advice on contractual matters, claims, and dispute-related issues where required.
Prepare, negotiate, and agree final accounts.
Attend and lead client and project meetings.
Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards, guidance, and market developments.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal development and training.
Support business development by promoting the organisation's services and capability.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).

Skills & Competencies

Minimum 6 years' quantity surveying experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and reporting capability.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail with strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Client-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-led approach.
Ability to collaborate effectively with advisory and expert witness teams.

Desirable Experience

RICS membership (or working towards).
Working knowledge of NEC contracts.
Experience using CostX (or similar estimating software).
Sector exposure to rail and/or aviation projects.

Mandatory Training

Online Health & Safety training modules (funded by the company).
Online HR policy and compliance awareness modules (funded by the company)

Reference: 225259197

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CV-Library

Senior Quantity Surveyor - London

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 17, 2026 by CV-Library

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London, United Kingdom
Consultancy
Immediate Start
£60k - £75k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor - London

Purpose

As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will lead the commercial delivery of projects, taking ownership of the agreed scope of services and managing supporting team members with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality quantity surveying services to clients across a range of projects.
Establish and agree client requirements for cost planning and commercial reporting.
Manage risk, value engineering initiatives, and cost control measures.
Advise on procurement routes and tendering strategies.
Prepare tender documentation and contract packages, including bills of quantities.
Review and analyse tender returns, highlighting key commercial considerations and risk areas.
Monitor project budgets and financial performance to ensure works remain on track.
Produce budget updates and progress reports, including cost value reconciliations (CVRs).
Identify, assess, and respond to commercial risks, variations, and change control.
Issue notices in line with contract requirements and administer contractual obligations.
Provide advice on contractual matters, claims, and dispute-related issues where required.
Prepare, negotiate, and agree final accounts.
Attend and lead client and project meetings.
Maintain awareness of relevant industry standards, guidance, and market developments.
Mentor junior staff and contribute to internal development and training.
Support business development by promoting the organisation's services and capability.

Qualifications

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent).

Skills & Competencies

Minimum 6 years' quantity surveying experience.
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
Excellent numerical, analytical, and reporting capability.
Clear verbal and written communication skills.
High attention to detail with strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
Client-focused mindset with a proactive, solutions-led approach.
Ability to collaborate effectively with advisory and expert witness teams.

Desirable Experience

RICS membership (or working towards).
Working knowledge of NEC contracts.
Experience using CostX (or similar estimating software).
Sector exposure to rail and/or aviation projects.

Mandatory Training

Online Health & Safety training modules (funded by the company).
Online HR policy and compliance awareness modules (funded by the company)
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Reference: 225259197

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