Samuel James Recruitment Ltd

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Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Hounslow, London
30/12/2025
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Groundworks / Streetworks Chiswick, London West London - Projects across London, Oxford, Brighton & Birmingham £70,000 £90,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus - Flexible Working Available Are you a Senior Quantity Surveyor with strong groundworks and streetworks experience, looking for a role where you can take real ownership of your projects? This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior position at a well-established civil engineering contractor that delivers high-quality groundworks, drainage, and infrastructure packages, typically ranging between £20k and £1m in value. With one of the senior team members stepping back into retirement, the company is now seeking an experienced QS to take the reins on 5 8 live projects, working closely with the Directors to ensure smooth delivery from procurement through to final accounts. You ll be joining a tight-knit, diverse commercial team that values autonomy, commitment, and collaboration, where your input will genuinely make an impact. The Senior Quantity Surveyors Role Oversee a portfolio of live groundworks & streetworks projects (drainage, tarmacing, hard landscaping, RC works). Prepare and manage CVRs, variations, and valuations. Attend weekly construction meetings and regular site visits. Liaise directly with Directors, Site Managers, and the wider delivery team. Support estimating, procurement, and cost reporting through all project stages. You as the Senior Quantity Surveyor Experienced Senior QS (groundworks / civil engineering essential). Capable of working independently and managing multiple projects. Confident reporting directly to company Directors. Based within reach of Brentford, with flexibility to work from home. Committed, professional, and eager to take long-term ownership of your work. In Return for the Senior Quantity Surveyor £70,000 £90,000 basic salary (DOE). Car allowance & performance-related bonus. Flexible / hybrid working options. Potential for private healthcare. Long-term stability within a respected, family-feel contractor. If you re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor in the Groundworks sector, please get in touch with Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James for more information, or apply today.
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
30/12/2025
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Façade & Cladding Specialist Contractor North Greenwich £75,000 £90,000 + package Progression to Managing QS A specialist building envelope contractor based in South East London, delivering complex façade, cladding, and remediation projects across London and the South East. Following several major project wins, the business is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of two key schemes and play a pivotal role in the company s growth as it targets £35m turnover next year. The Senior Quantity Surveyor Role Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, you ll lead the financial management of two high-profile London projects: £8m (brickwork removal, high-risk remediation). £3m façade project. You ll be responsible for: Full commercial oversight from early procurement through to final account. Contract negotiation and risk management. Managing subcontractor packages and valuations. Working closely with site teams, project managers, and clients to ensure profitability and programme targets are met. Mentoring a junior QS and contributing to commercial strategy as the business continues to scale. Projects typically run 1 2 years, with flexible working between site (Farringdon / Hackney), head office (North Greenwich), and home. The Senior Quantity Surveyor Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (RICS accreditation advantageous). Proven experience in cladding, façades, or envelope contracting. Background with façade contractors (desirable). Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and ability to work independently. Stable career history and a thick skin confident handling high-value, high-risk schemes. Ambitious and personable someone who enjoys leading projects and developing others. In Return Salary: £75,000 £90,000 + discretionary bonus. 21 days holiday + bank holidays (option to trade). Pension scheme & EV salary sacrifice. Cycle-to-work and charity initiatives. Travel expenses from office to site covered. Genuine scope to step up into Managing QS within months. Flexibility on home working and working hours. If you re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress into a leadership role with a forward-thinking façade specialist, please contact Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James Recruitment to discuss in confidence. Ref:
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Kings Langley, Hertfordshire
30/12/2025
Full time
Quantity Surveyor High-End Residential / Refurbishment Projects Location: Kings Langley (office) / London project sites Salary: £60,000 £75,000 (all-inclusive) + Travel Expenses + Private Healthcare + Bonus Scheme Company Type: High-End Bespoke Residential Contractor Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to join a respected small-to-medium-sized contractor specialising in high-end bespoke residential builds across London and the Home Counties. The Quantity Surveyor will play a pivotal role in delivering luxury refurbishments and new build homes valued between £500,000 and £3 million, working closely with clients, project managers, and site teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. About the Company Established, design-led contractor focused on high-end residential refurbishments and new builds. Current turnover approx. £8.5 - £9 million. Projects across prime London areas Hampstead, Kensington, Chelsea, Chiswick, Clapham, Dulwich, and beyond. Based in Kings Langley, with a positive, supportive office culture and strong emphasis on work-life balance. Competes with well-known London names such as Griggs. The Role Quantity Surveyor As Quantity Surveyor, you ll take full commercial responsibility for multiple projects, from tender through to final account. You ll also provide mentoring and guidance to junior team members while maintaining the highest standards of quality and professionalism. Key Responsibilities: Manage all surveying and commercial aspects of residential refurbishment projects. Prepare cost plans, valuations, variations, and final accounts. Work closely with project teams and clients to ensure smooth delivery. Oversee procurement, subcontractor management, and budget control. Mentor and support assistant surveyors and junior staff. Ensure compliance with company procedures and best practices. The Ideal Candidate Quantity Surveyor Minimum 4-5 years experience as a Project Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the high-end residential market. Proven experience leading refurbishments and/or new build projects in London. Strong technical knowledge, particularly around high-spec finishes and heritage refurbishments. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills a team player with a positive attitude. Ability to lead projects independently while contributing to a collaborative office culture. What s on Offer Competitive salary: £60,000 £75,000 (inclusive package). Private healthcare insurance. Business mileage and travel expenses paid. Project-related bonus scheme. 3 days in the office (Kings Langley), 2 days on-site promoting genuine work-life balance. Opportunity to work on some of London s most exclusive residential properties. How to Apply If you re an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a passion for high-end residential construction and want to join a growing contractor with a fantastic reputation, we d love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV or contact us directly to discuss the Quantity Surveyor role in more detail.
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Ealing, London
30/12/2025
Full time
Project Quantity Surveyor Refurbishment & Construction Ealing Broadway Are you a driven Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of projects from tender through to final account? This is a brand-new opportunity with a fast-growing contractor delivering schemes up to £8m across refurbishment, commercial, residential, and assisted living sectors. With strong year-on-year growth and multiple divisions, you ll be joining a company where your commercial expertise really makes an impact. About You Degree (or HNC with relevant experience) in Quantity Surveying or similar. 5+ years post-graduate experience Strong all-round knowledge of tenders, contracts, variations, and cost management. Confident in building costs independently, not just via supply chain. Subcontractor experience desirable but not essential. Based within one hour s commute of Ealing office (office-based role with site visits). Professional, commercially astute, and eager to take ownership of projects. About the Company This is a structured, multi-division contractor that has been steadily building its reputation over the last 15 years. With turnover projected to rise to £7 8m this year, the company is growing organically while keeping a close-knit, professional culture. You ll be joining a small but ambitious office team, working on varied projects across multiple sectors, with plenty of scope to progress as the business expands. What s In It For You? Competitive salary up to £70,000 (flexible for the right person). Travel allowance on top of salary. Mobile phone and laptop provided. Office-based role with exposure to multiple divisions and project types. Quick interview process Teams first stage, then face-to-face. Genuine opportunity to grow alongside a business that s scaling quickly. How to Apply If you re a Quantity Surveyor ready for your next challenge, apply today and we ll be in touch. This role is moving fast don t miss out on the chance to step into a position where you can shape your career.
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Swanley, Kent
30/12/2025
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Bromley, South East London Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + Electric Car / Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus Location: Bromley (commutable from Croydon, Orpington, Sevenoaks, Dartford, Sidcup, Beckenham) Job Type: Permanent Full-time The Opportunity A growing main contractor with a strong foothold in the industrial and logistics (shed) sector is looking to recruit a Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a £13m design & build industrial project in Bromley. This is a great opportunity for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who s confident managing large industrial schemes and wants to join a business that s scaling quickly, backed by highly experienced leadership and a solid pipeline for 2025. If you re a Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking a role with more autonomy, direct client interaction, and genuine influence on how projects are delivered, this one stands out. The Role As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you ll take full ownership of commercial management on a £13m, 100,000 sq ft design & build logistics project. You ll be reporting directly to the Commercial Director and working closely with the project team on-site. Key responsibilities: Full commercial management of the project as the lead Senior Quantity Surveyor. Procurement, subcontract management, valuations, change control, and reporting. Producing CVRs, forecasts, and monthly financial summaries. Managing risk, cost tracking, and contractual obligations under JCT D&B. Ensuring strong commercial performance and client satisfaction. This project is due to start in early Q1, so the Senior Quantity Surveyor will be involved from pre-start through to final account a perfect chance to take ownership of a project from day one. About You To be considered for this Senior Quantity Surveyor role, you ll need: Proven experience delivering industrial / logistics / warehouse / shed projects. Background with a main contractor or design & build business. Experience managing projects in the £10 15m+ range. Strong commercial awareness and ability to work independently. Located within a reasonable commute of Bromley (South East London / North Kent). Confident communicator with a proactive, delivery-focused approach. If you re an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being hands-on and wants to help shape a growing business, this is an excellent opportunity. Package & Benefits Salary: £80,000 £90,000 (DOE) Benefits: Electric car (Tesla) or car allowance, private healthcare, discretionary bonus, and 24 days holiday. Career Path: Scope to progress into regional or project commercial lead roles as the business grows. If you re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for your next step in the Bromley area, apply today or email Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James for a confidential chat. Reference: Senior Quantity Surveyor Bromley / £13m D&B Industrial Project / Main Contractor Job Ref: SQS-BROMLEY-1025
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
30/12/2025
Full time
Estimator Fire Protection A leading London-based fire protection contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to join their expanding team near Liverpool Street. The business delivers passive fire protection packages across major commercial, aviation, and infrastructure projects throughout London, focusing on intumescent coatings, compartmentation, and fire-stopping systems. The Estimator s Role Reporting directly to the Commercial Director, the Estimator will manage the full tender process from pricing and material take-offs to supplier engagement and submission preparation. You ll work on a diverse portfolio of commercial and infrastructure projects, helping secure new business and ensuring competitive, accurate tenders. The Fire Protection Estimator Proven background in estimating passive fire protection projects Experience pricing intumescent coatings, fire stopping, and compartmentation systems Strong technical understanding and ability to interpret engineering drawings Previous experience with a specialist subcontractor preferred Excellent communication and organisational skills In Return? Competitive salary flexible depending on experience Travel expenses (Zones 1 6) and pension Fast-track interview process potential one-stage interview Long-term career progression in a secure and growing business If you are a Fire Protection Estimator considering your career options, please contact Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James Recruitment. Ref:
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Havant, Hampshire
30/12/2025
Full time
Senior Quantity Surveyor Portsmouth / Havant Salary: £80,000 £90,000 + Electric Car / Car Allowance + Healthcare + Bonus Location: Havant (commutable from Portsmouth, Chichester, Fareham, Southampton, Petersfield) Job Type: Permanent Full-time The Opportunity A growing main contractor with a strong pipeline in the industrial logistics / shed sector is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for a live £9m industrial project in the Portsmouth / Havant area. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor who enjoys being on-site, managing projects hands-on, and working closely with a supportive Commercial Director in a business that s expanding quickly and winning repeat work. If you re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to join a business with solid leadership, strong financials, and clear growth plans, this role is definitely worth a look. The Role As the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you ll take ownership of the commercial function on a live £9m, 100,000 sq ft design & build shed project for a well-known private developer. The project is already 20 weeks in with 30+ weeks remaining, so there s plenty of work ahead. Your responsibilities will include: Leading all commercial and cost management elements as the project s Senior Quantity Surveyor. Managing procurement, subcontractor accounts, valuations, and cost reporting. Preparing CVRs, forecasts, and financial summaries. Ensuring the project delivers on margin, compliance, and client satisfaction. Working closely with the Commercial Director and site team to keep progress on track. You ll play a key role in the delivery of this job and will be first in line for further projects in the region once complete. About You To be successful as the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will need: Strong experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or solid Project QS ready to step up. Background delivering industrial / logistics / warehouse / shed projects. Experience working for a main contractor or within a design & build environment. Confident managing all commercial aspects from procurement to final account. Based within around 45 - 60 minutes of Havant / Portsmouth. Practical, proactive and able to handle a live site environment. If you ve delivered one or two shed or logistics projects before and want to be part of a business that s growing fast with real stability, this Senior Quantity Surveyor role is an excellent fit. Package & Benefits Salary: £80,000 £90,000 (DOE) Benefits: Electric car (Tesla) or car allowance, private healthcare, discretionary bonus, and 24 days holiday. Progression: Genuine opportunities to move into regional or commercial lead positions as the company expands. If you re a Senior Quantity Surveyor looking for a new challenge in the Portsmouth / Havant area, apply now or email Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James for a confidential conversation. Job Ref: SQS-PORT-HAVANT-1025
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
30/12/2025
Full time
Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial Luxury Fit-Out Central London £90,000 £120,000 + Bonus Are you a Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial ready to take ownership of the commercial function in a fast-scaling luxury fit-out business? This contractor is delivering some of London s most prestigious interiors projects, with turnover set to grow from £12.5m to £20m+ in the next two years. The MD is still hands-on with commercial activity and now needs a proven Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial to step in and elevate the function. The Role Lead a small team of surveyors & oversee commercial sign-offs for 6 7 Project Managers. As Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial, you ll take full accountability for valuations, forecasting & profit protection. Report directly to the board on performance & risk. Stay client-facing, ensuring projects are delivered commercially sound. About You years Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management experience. Background as a Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial in luxury fit-out or interiors. Financially sharp, commercially confident, and strong negotiator. Degree in QS or Commercial Management. MRICS/MCIOB desirable. What s on Offer £90K £100K base (up to £110K £120K for the right Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial). Bonus + margin-linked incentives. Direct board exposure & influence on business growth. Opportunity to shape & lead the commercial function as Head of Commercial. Apply now and get in touch with Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James, if you re a Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial ready to step up in London s luxury fit-out sector. Commercial Manager / Head of Commercial / Senior QS / Luxury Fit-Out / Interiors / High-End Residential
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Bexleyheath, Kent
30/12/2025
Full time
Estimator Landscaping & Horticulture Up to £60,000 + Benefits Bexleyheath, Kent A leading commercial landscaping contractor based in Bexleyheath is seeking an experienced Estimator to join its growing pre-construction team. Operating across London and the South East, the company delivers high-quality green space, education, commercial, and public realm projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an Estimator who enjoys variety, collaboration, and shaping beautiful outdoor environments from the ground up. The Estimator s Role Working closely with Directors, Quantity Surveyors, and Project Managers, the Estimator will take responsibility for preparing accurate and competitive cost proposals across a range of soft and hard landscaping schemes. Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for commercial and public realm projects. Review drawings, specifications, and tender documents to define scope and identify risks. Liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain competitive quotations. Support bid presentations and value engineering exercises. Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure a smooth handover from tender to construction. Contribute to continuous improvement of pricing databases and tender processes. The Estimator Proven experience as an Estimator within landscaping, horticulture, or external works. Excellent understanding of soft and hard landscaping materials, planting, and construction methods. Confident reading technical drawings, conducting take-offs, and working with cost databases. Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills. Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and estimating software. Detail-driven, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple tenders simultaneously. Suitable backgrounds: Landscaping Estimator / Grounds Maintenance Estimator / External Works Estimator / Landscape Surveyor. In Return? Salary: up to £65,000 depending on experience. Benefits: pension, healthcare contribution, professional development, expenses, and hybrid working options. Environment: supportive office culture with direct access to decision-makers and structured career development. Projects: diverse portfolio across commercial, education, and public sectors. Security: long-term, permanent position with a respected and established landscaping contractor. If you are an Estimator considering your career options, please contact Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James for a confidential discussion. Ref: Search terms: Estimator / Landscaping Estimator / Landscape Estimator / Grounds Maintenance Estimator / Horticulture Estimator / External Works Estimator / Landscaping QS / Assistant Estimator / Kent Estimator / Bexleyheath Estimator
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd Croydon, London
30/12/2025
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Social Housing Projects Croydon Are you an ambitious Quantity Surveyor with strong main contracting experience? This is an opportunity to join a leading contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering social housing framework schemes across London and the South East. You ll play a key role in ensuring projects are commercially successful, while developing your career in a business that invests in its people. What You ll Be Doing (The Role) Prepare budgets and manage target costs to achieve agreed profit margins. Lead subcontractor procurement, managing packages to programme. Oversee valuations, applications for payment, claims, and final accounts. Manage client-side cost reporting and contractual correspondence. Prepare financial forecasts, monthly reconciliations, and commercial reports. Provide advice and input into value engineering exercises. Contribute to contractual claims and insurance reports. Support and, where required, mentor junior surveyors within the team. About You Qualified in Quantity Surveying (HNC/D or degree level). Member of (or working towards membership of) a professional institute. Experienced in main contractor QS responsibilities across social housing schemes. Confident in using JCT, NEC, and ACA contracts. Excellent commercial, analytical, and organisational skills. Strong communication skills able to work effectively with clients, consultants, and subcontractors. Proactive, detail-focused, and committed to continuous development. About the Company This contractor has built its reputation on delivering general contracting projects with an emphasis on quality, innovation, and sustainability. They are known for long-term client partnerships, investment in their people, and creating a supportive, professional environment. With a strong pipeline of work across London and the Home Counties, you ll join a stable and growing team. What s In It For You? Salary up to £56,000 (DOE) £4,000 car allowance & business mileage Private healthcare & life cover Company pension scheme 26 days annual leave + bank holidays Ongoing professional training and development Opportunity to work on high-profile projects with a forward-thinking contractor How to Apply If you re a Quantity Surveyor looking for a role that offers challenge, variety, and genuine career development, we d love to hear from you. Apply today and we ll be in touch quickly to discuss your next move.