Project Quantity Surveyor

Project Quantity Surveyor – Principal Contractor – East/Central London

Salary/Package: £65,000 – £75,000 + Travel + Private Medical + Pension + Discretionary Bonus

O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with an exciting and well-positioned construction business who are looking to appoint an experienced Project Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team, based out of a brand-new, modern office in Central London.

The business operates as a principal contractor, working directly with clients to take projects from initial conception through to the frame stages of construction. They are involved in the delivery of major commercial, residential and leisure developments, offering exposure to some genuinely interesting and substantial schemes across London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Quantity Surveyor looking to join a business where they can take ownership of their commercial responsibilities, work closely with clients and have a genuine influence over projects from the earliest stages of delivery.

Importantly, the business is open-minded when it comes to candidates' backgrounds. They would consider established Quantity Surveyors from either a specialist subcontractor or main contracting environment. Their priority is simply finding someone with a strong understanding of commercial principles, who can demonstrate sound commercial judgement and take responsibility for their work.

The role will provide involvement across the early stages of major construction projects, from initial cost planning and procurement through to subcontractor management, commercial reporting and the delivery of the structural frame. Working directly with clients and alongside the wider project team, you will have the opportunity to develop strong project and commercial relationships while playing an important part in the successful delivery of each scheme.

The business is also investing in its working environment, with the successful candidate based out of a brand-new, modern Central London office. Alongside a competitive salary of £65,000 – £75,000, they offer travel expenses, private medical cover, pension contributions and a discretionary bonus.

For someone looking to join a growing principal contractor, gain exposure to major developments and work across the earlier stages of the construction process, this is certainly an opportunity worth exploring.

Role Overview:

• Title: Project Quantity Surveyor

• Location: East/Central London

• Projects: Major commercial, residential and leisure developments.

• Project Stages: From initial conception through to structural frame.

• Business Type: Principal Contractor, working directly with clients.

• Salary: £65,000 – £75,000.

• Additional Benefits: Travel expenses, private medical, pension and discretionary bonus.

• Office: Brand-new, modern Central London office.

• Background: Open to candidates from either a specialist subcontractor or main contracting background.

• Type: Permanent.

• Start: Flexible – the business is keen to find the right person.

Responsibilities:

• Take commercial responsibility for allocated projects, working closely with the wider project team and directly with clients.

• Manage the commercial process from initial project conception through to the structural frame stage.

• Lead and support procurement activities, including subcontractor tendering, package reviews, tender analysis and commercial negotiations.

• Prepare, review and manage project budgets, cost plans, forecasts and commercial reports.

• Manage subcontractor packages, including procurement, contractual administration, valuations, variations and final accounts.

• Monitor project costs, commercial performance, profitability and potential risks throughout the project lifecycle.

• Prepare and manage monthly CVRs, cost reports, forecasts and cash flow projections.

• Identify commercial opportunities, scope gaps and potential risks, ensuring these are addressed at the appropriate stages.

• Work collaboratively with Project Managers, site teams, clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.

• Assist with cost planning and commercial input during the early stages of project development.

• Manage change control, variations and contractual correspondence, ensuring all commercial matters are properly recorded.

• Maintain strong working relationships with clients and the wider supply chain.

• Ensure robust commercial procedures and reporting are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.

• Open to established Quantity Surveyors from either a main contracting or specialist subcontracting background.

• A strong understanding of commercial principles, cost control and commercial management.

• Experience with procurement, subcontractor management, valuations, variations and final accounts.

• A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk management.

• The ability to understand project costs, identify commercial opportunities and protect project profitability.

• Confident working alongside clients, consultants, subcontractors and operational delivery teams.

• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.

• A proactive approach, with the ability to take ownership and work independently.

• Experience working on major commercial, residential or leisure schemes would be advantageous.

• A degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline would be advantageous.

• Right to work in the UK.

Package & Opportunity:

• Salary between £65,000 – £75,000, dependent on experience.

• Travel expenses.

• Private medical cover.

• Pension contributions.

• Discretionary annual bonus.

• Opportunity to join a principal contractor working directly with clients on major construction schemes.

• Exposure to large-scale commercial, residential and leisure developments.

• Involvement from the initial conception stages through to the structural frame.

• Brand-new, modern Central London office.

• Opportunity to join a business offering a varied project portfolio and the chance to take genuine commercial ownership.

• Open-minded approach to candidate backgrounds, with the emphasis firmly on commercial ability rather than whether someone has come from a main contractor or specialist subcontractor.

If you're an established Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity, particularly if you're keen to gain exposure to major developments, work directly with clients and join a principal contractor with an excellent project portfolio, I'd be keen to have a confidential conversation.

Please contact Ned Scott-Mends on 07552 619 663 or send a CV to [email protected] to discuss the opportunity further.

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