Senior Quantity Surveyor – New Build Permanent

Senior Quantity Surveyor – New Build 

• Project based in Hackney – £40m residential scheme
• Office based in East London
• Salary up to £85,000 + Package
• Must have your own car

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established and highly reputable main contractor delivering a £40m new-build residential development in London. This scheme comprises 72 social rent units delivered within a 5-storey mid-rise apartment block, procured under a JCT Design & Build contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to take a lead role on a flagship residential project, working closely with the Commercial Manager and project team to drive commercial performance from early delivery through to final account.

The Role

As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take responsibility for the commercial management of the project, ensuring effective cost control, risk management, and subcontractor management throughout the lifecycle of the scheme.

Key responsibilities will include

• Leading the commercial management of a £40m residential project
• Managing procurement and subcontractor packages in line with programme requirements
• Preparing and managing valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Cost reporting and forecasting to senior management
• Ensuring compliance with JCT Design & Build contract conditions
• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required
• Working closely with the project delivery team, client, and consultants

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or strong Project Quantity Surveyor ready to step up
• Experience working with a main contractor on residential or mixed-use developments
• Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, particularly Design & Build
• Track record managing projects in the £20m – £50m range
• Excellent commercial, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (preferred)

The Company

Our client is a well-established main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality residential and mixed-use developments across London and the South East. With a secure pipeline of projects and long-standing client relationships, they offer excellent career progression, stable workstreams, and a collaborative working environment.

Salary & Package

• £80,000 – £85,000 basic salary
• Car allowance
• Pension
• Private healthcare

If you’re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of a significant residential scheme with a respected contractor, we would love to hear from you.