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Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Posted on Jul 18, 2026 by CV-Library
Bassishaw, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£90k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor
25M High End Hotel Refubishment & CAT B Fitout | Main Contractor | City of London
About the Project
A 25M High End Hotel Refurbishment & CAT B Fitout. Design & Build contract with the Main Contractor holding full commercial responsibility. 12-month programme from mobilisation to practical completion with phased handover to client.
The Role
You will be the commercial lead on-site, accountable for:
* Cost control, commercial management, and financial reporting throughout contract
* Managing cost plan, tracking variations and claims, controlling subcontractor payments
* Interfacing with client's quantity surveyor on financial and contractual matters
* Monthly cost reporting, final account forecasting, and change control processes
* Managing relationships with client QS and design team
* Protecting the Main Contractor's margin through hands-on site attendance and financial discipline
Essential Requirements
* 7+ years as Quantity Surveyor in Main Contractor environment
* 3+ years at Senior QS level on projects of £15M+
* Strong commercial acumen in cost planning, cost control, variations, and final accounts
* Experience with contract administration under standard forms (JCT, NEC)
* Proficiency in cost management software
* Proven experience managing subcontractor payments and claims
* Strong numeracy, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple cost streams
Desirable
* RICS membership (APC or MRICS)
* Experience on Design & Build contracts or similar risk-transfer models
* Familiarity with specialist procurement (MEP, façade, specialist fit-out)
* Knowledge of film studio or specialist infrastructure
What We're Looking For
* Commercial sharpness — spot cost exposure early and present options clearly
* Meticulous with numbers but pragmatic about delivery
* Effective communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams
* Ownership of cost control without becoming a bottleneck
* Comfortable working independently but knows when to escalate
The Offer
* Salary: £90,000–£100,000 per annum (depending on experience and RICS status)
* Contract: Permanent for project duration (18 months) with potential extension
* Location: City of London area, full-time on-site
* Reporting to: Commercial Director
* Start date: ASAP

Reference: 225135833

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Senior Quantity Surveyor

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Posted on Jul 18, 2026 by CV-Library

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Bassishaw, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£90k - £100k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor
25M High End Hotel Refubishment & CAT B Fitout | Main Contractor | City of London
About the Project
A 25M High End Hotel Refurbishment & CAT B Fitout. Design & Build contract with the Main Contractor holding full commercial responsibility. 12-month programme from mobilisation to practical completion with phased handover to client.
The Role
You will be the commercial lead on-site, accountable for:
* Cost control, commercial management, and financial reporting throughout contract
* Managing cost plan, tracking variations and claims, controlling subcontractor payments
* Interfacing with client's quantity surveyor on financial and contractual matters
* Monthly cost reporting, final account forecasting, and change control processes
* Managing relationships with client QS and design team
* Protecting the Main Contractor's margin through hands-on site attendance and financial discipline
Essential Requirements
* 7+ years as Quantity Surveyor in Main Contractor environment
* 3+ years at Senior QS level on projects of £15M+
* Strong commercial acumen in cost planning, cost control, variations, and final accounts
* Experience with contract administration under standard forms (JCT, NEC)
* Proficiency in cost management software
* Proven experience managing subcontractor payments and claims
* Strong numeracy, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple cost streams
Desirable
* RICS membership (APC or MRICS)
* Experience on Design & Build contracts or similar risk-transfer models
* Familiarity with specialist procurement (MEP, façade, specialist fit-out)
* Knowledge of film studio or specialist infrastructure
What We're Looking For
* Commercial sharpness — spot cost exposure early and present options clearly
* Meticulous with numbers but pragmatic about delivery
* Effective communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams
* Ownership of cost control without becoming a bottleneck
* Comfortable working independently but knows when to escalate
The Offer
* Salary: £90,000–£100,000 per annum (depending on experience and RICS status)
* Contract: Permanent for project duration (18 months) with potential extension
* Location: City of London area, full-time on-site
* Reporting to: Commercial Director
* Start date: ASAP
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Reference: 225135833

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