Senior Quantity Surveyor (High End Residential) | Permanent | SW London

Overview

In this Senior Quantity Surveyor role you will help maximise gross margin on high-end residential contracts by managing costs, procurement and contract claims. You’ll work closely with the Contracts Manager to control budgets, handle sub-contracts and valuations, and support final accounts. The position is based in SW London with a reputable, quality-driven contractor delivering prestigious projects. You contribute to accurate cost forecasting and timely payments, shaping profitable delivery of luxury builds.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and sub-contract administration to support project delivery
• Manage contract accounting and monthly valuations to ensure timely payments
• Prepare tender packages and shortlist/award sub-contracts in consultation with Contracts Manager
• Check and approve sub-contractor payment claims; liaise to resolve queries
• Assess and cost variations; maintain the Variations Account and monthly valuations
• Formulate and submit contractual claims; manage final accounts
• Prepare cost/value reconciliations and ongoing procurement gains reporting
• Maintain project records and align with contract programmes and Critical Path Schedule

Key requirements

• Degree qualified or related qualifications (preferred)
• Minimum 7 years’ experience with a reputable main contractor
• Residential project experience (new build and refurbishment)
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Fully conversant with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Working knowledge of programming and/or project management software
• Current driving licence
• Can commute to SW London

• MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Programming and/or project management software

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