Chronos Energy are looking for a Senior QS to join our client's regional delivery teams, working on a range of decarbonisation and energy transition projects across the London region. Reporting into (and supported by) a Regional Commercial Manager, you’ll be part of a wider, collaborative commercial team where your input really matters.
Based out of our London office, this role offers hybrid and flexible working, balancing office time with site visits and remote working.
What you’ll be doing
- Managing and controlling the commercial, financial, and contractual elements of your projects
- Producing accurate commercial reports, forecasts, and cost/value reconciliations
- Preparing timely and accurate client valuations
- Leading subcontract procurement, including preparation of subcontracts in line with business standards
- Managing subcontract accounts, variations, and change control
- Ensuring all commercial obligations are administered in line with client contracts
- Working closely with site operations and design teams to identify and mitigate risks and maximise opportunities
- Supporting effective change management across your projects
- Liaising with Commercial Managers and Project Directors on contractual matters
- Attending project and company meetings as required
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships to support future business opportunities
(As with any growing business, the role will evolve — offering variety and development.)
What we’re looking for
Essential:
- A collaborative team player with strong communication and analytical skills
- Comfortable working to deadlines and producing a consistently high standard of work
- A recognised qualification in Quantity Surveying (BSc, MSc, HND, or equivalent vocational route)
- At least 3 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying role
- Good IT skills, particularly Excel and Word
Desirable (but not essential):
- Working towards or holding professional membership (RICS / CICES / CIOB)
- Experience in a main contracting or subcontracting environment
- Background in M&E / MEP / building refurbishment / civil engineering
- Experience managing multiple subcontractors
- Exposure to projects valued between £2m – £20m
- Familiarity with JCT and NEC forms of contract
- Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions
- Experience using cost management systems (e.g. Navision, Oracle, SAP, COINS)