Senior Quantity Surveyor

HAYS
London

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Permanent Job - Paying up to £65K per annum - Based in London

Your new company
You will be joining a growing, privately owned residential developer operating across London, delivering a broad range of schemes typically valued from circa
£5m through to £60m . Their portfolio includes boutique infill sites, mid-rise flat blocks, and multi-unit regeneration-style developments. The business has built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration, and reliable delivery, managing projects from early-stage planning through to completion. With a healthy pipeline spanning both established and emerging London locations, this is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team where you can gain wide-ranging project exposure and make a meaningful impact.

Your new role
As a Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the commercial management of multiple residential developments, supporting projects from early feasibility through to final account. This is a hands-on position offering full life cycle exposure, where you will:
  • Manage project costs, budgets, and financial reporting across schemes
  • Lead subcontractor procurement, including tendering, negotiation, and package management
  • Oversee valuations, variations, and final accounts
  • Provide commercial input during pre-construction and design stages
  • Monitor contractor performance and manage commercial risk
  • Contribute to value engineering and delivery strategy
  • You will work closely with senior leadership, gaining valuable exposure rarely offered at this level, within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
What you'll need to succeed
  • 3-8 years’ experience in Quantity Surveying
  • A strong background in residential construction (London experience advantageous)
  • Experience working with either a main contractor or developer
  • Solid cost planning, procurement, and commercial management skills
  • The ability to manage projects through multiple stages of delivery
  • What you'll get in return
    The job is paying up to £65K per annum

    What you need to do now
    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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Posted 2026-06-06

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