Senior Quantity Surveyor

Our Client are an established high end fit out and refurbishment contractor, they have just been given the green light on a £15million high end retail and commercial fit out project in the West End and are now looking to hire a Quantity Surveyor to support a Senior QS on the project from the early procurement stages through to final accounts.

Ideal candidates will be able to demonstrate they have worked on projects to a similar value and standard and be happy working site / office based 5 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of tender documentation and develop comprehensive scopes of work for projects.
• Oversee the procurement process for all subcontractor trade packages.
• Manage subcontractor accounts, including processing payments, assessing variations, and agreeing final accounts.
• Monitor and evaluate design and drawing revisions, ensuring cost implications are understood and controlled.
• Review and authorise site instructions and contract change forms where required.
• Produce regular cost reports, highlighting budget movements and presenting updates to senior leadership on a quarterly basis.
• Ensure all commercial activities align with internal policies and procedures.
• Participate in design and project meetings, contributing commercial insight.
• Conduct detailed package reviews and identify value engineering opportunities to optimise cost and design efficiency.
• Prepare and manage all contractual documentation with a high level of accuracy.
• Take responsibility for maintaining and controlling project budgets.
• Work collaboratively with the wider project team to support both operational and financial performance.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior commercial team members where applicable.

Skills & Experience Required

• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, with the confidence to liaise across technical, sales, construction, procurement, and finance teams.
• Solid commercial awareness and financial understanding.
• Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Strong negotiation capabilities.
• Sound knowledge of construction processes and practices.

What We Offer

• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Exposure to a diverse range of projects

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