Quantity Surveyor

We are working on behalf of a well-backed property developer delivering a growing portfolio of high-quality, design-led leisure and family-focused developments across London. With multiple new sites in the pipeline, their in-house development team is expanding and they are now looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor.

This is a client-side opportunity offering exposure across multiple projects, working closely with senior leadership and playing a key role in commercial decision-making from feasibility through to completion.

The Role

Reporting to the Construction Director, you will take responsibility for cost planning, procurement, and commercial management across several developments, ensuring strong financial control and value delivery at every stage.

This is a broad, strategic QS role with involvement in both pre-construction and delivery phases.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Planning & Budget Management

• Review and challenge detailed cost plans and feasibility estimates from contractors and consultants
• Provide early-stage cost advice using benchmarking and historic data
• Monitor and update project cost forecasts throughout the lifecycle
• Lead value engineering and life cycle costing exercises to support design and commercial decisions

Procurement & Consultant Management

• Develop procurement strategies aligned with project and commercial objectives
• Manage procurement of consultants, contractors, and suppliers
• Prepare tender documentation, issue RFPs, and manage tender returns
• Evaluate tenders, lead negotiations, and make award recommendations
• Prepare and manage consultant appointments and ensure contractual compliance

Project Delivery & Financial Reporting

• Track project expenditure and produce regular cost reports
• Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and commercial governance
• Support final account agreement and project close-out

What We’re Looking For

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (RICS accreditation desirable)
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a QS role
• Background in internal fit-out projects (hospitality, retail, commercial, residential or mixed-use)
• Strong experience in cost planning, cashflow forecasting, and procurement
• Working knowledge of JCT contracts and package management
• Proficient with cost management systems and advanced Excel skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Commercially astute with excellent attention to detail

Personal Attributes

• Able to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Proactive and solutions-focused
• Collaborative team player
• Strong work ethic and commitment to delivery

What’s On Offer

• Salary up to £90,000
• Performance bonus
• Private healthcare
• Pension scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Client-side role with broad project exposure
• Growing development pipeline offering long-term opportunity

This role would suit a commercially strong QS who enjoys being close to the client side, influencing decisions early, and working across multiple high-quality developments rather than being tied to a single site.