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Senior Quantity Surveyor 25M High End Hotel Refubishment & CAT B Fitout Main Contractor City of London About the Project A 25M High End Hotel Refurbishment & CAT B Fitout. Design & Build contract with the Main Contractor holding full commercial responsibility. 12-month programme from mobilisation to practical completion with phased handover to client. The Role You will be the commercial lead on-site, accountable for: Cost control, commercial management, and financial reporting throughout contract Managing cost plan, tracking variations and claims, controlling subcontractor payments Interfacing with client's quantity surveyor on financial and contractual matters Monthly cost reporting, final account forecasting, and change control processes Managing relationships with client QS and design team Protecting the Main Contractor's margin through hands-on site attendance and financial discipline Essential Requirements 7+ years as Quantity Surveyor in Main Contractor environment 3+ years at Senior QS level on projects of £15M+ Strong commercial acumen in cost planning, cost control, variations, and final accounts Experience with contract administration under standard forms (JCT, NEC) Proficiency in cost management software Proven experience managing subcontractor payments and claims Strong numeracy, attention to detail, ability to manage multiple cost streams Desirable RICS membership (APC or MRICS) Experience on Design & Build contracts or similar risk-transfer models Familiarity with specialist procurement (MEP, façade, specialist fit-out) Knowledge of film studio or specialist infrastructure What We're Looking For Commercial sharpness spot cost exposure early and present options clearly Meticulous with numbers but pragmatic about delivery Effective communication with subcontractors, clients, and internal teams Ownership of cost control without becoming a bottleneck Comfortable working independently but knows when to escalate The Offer Salary: £90,000 £100,000 per annum (depending on experience and RICS status) Contract: Permanent for project duration (18 months) with potential extension Location: City of London area, full-time on-site Reporting to: Commercial Director Start date: ASAP

Senior Design Manager Heritage Major Refurbishments Houses of Parliament, London £80,000 £90,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits A large Tier 1 contractor is seeking an accomplished Senior Design Manager to lead the design delivery on major heritage refurbishment works around the Houses of Parliament. This is a rare opportunity to put your name to some of the most significant and sensitive buildings in the country, on a programme where craftsmanship, conservation and coordination matter in equal measure. The project Major refurbishment of listed and heritage structures within one of London's most prestigious and historically important estates. The work demands a design manager who understands the particular challenges of conservation-led delivery, from working within the constraints of protected fabric to satisfying the standards of heritage stakeholders and approving bodies. The role You'll lead and manage the full design process from appointment through to completion, coordinating the consultant and specialist team, controlling the flow of information, and ensuring the design is developed, resolved and delivered in line with programme, budget and the exacting standards a heritage setting demands. You'll be the link between design intent, statutory approvals and delivery on site. Key responsibilities Managing the end-to-end design process across heritage refurbishment works Coordinating architects, conservation specialists, engineers and consultants Controlling the design programme, information release schedules and RFIs Managing heritage and statutory approvals, and liaising with conservation stakeholders Reviewing designs for buildability, compliance and sympathetic delivery within listed fabric Managing the interface between design, procurement and site What you'll need Proven experience as a Design Manager on complex refurbishment projects Heritage, listed building or conservation experience is highly advantageous Strong understanding of the constraints and approvals involved in working with protected structures Excellent coordination, communication and stakeholder-management skills Relevant qualifications; a design, architecture or engineering background is advantageous What's on offer £80,000 £90,000 basic, depending on experience Car allowance Full benefits package The opportunity to work on landmark heritage projects with a leading Tier 1 contractor Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Finishing Foreman Commercial Office Refurbishment City of London 250 to 280 per day (CIS) Freelance A leading main contractor is seeking an experienced Finishing Foreman to join the team on a high-spec commercial office refurbishment in the heart of the City of London. This is a prominent CAT A/B refurbishment for a contractor with a strong pipeline of work across London. They need a hands-on finishing specialist who can drive quality through the closing stages of the project and deliver a snag-free handover. The role Reporting to the Site/Project Manager, you'll take ownership of the finishing phase, managing trades, sequencing the works, and holding subcontractors to the standard the client expects on a premium City scheme. Day to day you will: manage and coordinate finishing trades on site; drive quality control and lead the snagging and de-snagging process through to handover; monitor progress against programme and report on the finishing package; ensure all works are delivered to specification and on time; and uphold health & safety standards across your areas. What you'll need Proven experience as a Finishing Foreman on commercial office fit-out or refurbishment projects, ideally in central London. A sharp eye for detail and high finishing standards, with the ability to manage and motivate subcontractors. Strong understanding of programme and sequencing in the closing stages of a build. Valid CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid. Excellent communication and the drive to deliver a quality handover. The package 250 to 280 per day (CIS), freelance, on a busy and well-run City of London project with a contractor offering genuine continuity of work for the right person

Site Manager. High-End Townhouse Refurbishment, Kensington Sector: Exclusive Residential Location: Kensington, SW7 / W8, London Project: £3m high-end townhouse refurbishment Contract: Permanent (or freelance day-rate, open to both) Salary: £65,000 to £70,000 + package (perm) / £300 to £325 per day (freelance, outside IR35) Start: Immediate, or by mutual agreement Reports to: Project Manager / Contracts Director The project A complete £3m refurbishment of a high-end private townhouse in prime Kensington. Scope spans structural alterations, full M&E reinstatement, bespoke joinery, premium finishes, plant room and basement works. The client expects developer-quality delivery in a residential setting. Finish levels, security, neighbour management and programme discipline are all non-negotiable. The role You will run the project on-site day-to-day. You will be responsible for the safe, programmed and on-budget delivery of every package from RC frame stage or strip-out through to snag-free handover. Key responsibilities Lead all on-site construction activities to programme, quality and budget. Manage and coordinate subcontractors, direct labour and site operatives across all packages: groundworks, M&E, dry-lining, joinery, decoration, flooring, finishes, FF&E. Enforce full compliance with health, safety, environmental and party-wall requirements. Manage relationships with adjoining owners and the local authority. Conduct daily quality inspections. Manage snagging through to client handover. Plan and control labour, plant, equipment and materials to meet operational and programme demands. Liaise directly with the client, design team, architect, structural engineer and M&E consultants. Proactively flag risks, changes and constraints. Produce site reports, programme updates and progress documentation for the Project Manager and Contracts Director. Champion high standards of site presentation. This is a residential street in central London, not a hoarded plot. Essential experience Minimum 5 years as a Site Manager on Exclusive Residential or High-End Refurbishment projects. Demonstrable track record running projects of £2m+ in central London. Strong understanding of premium finishes, bespoke joinery and high-tolerance setting-out. Confident managing a mixed subcontract base and direct labour. Comfortable interfacing with private clients, architects and the design team. Desirable Experience working on listed buildings or in conservation areas. Previous Kensington / Chelsea / Mayfair postcode delivery. Familiarity with party-wall awards and basement or structural underpinning works. Required tickets and qualifications CSCS: Black (Manager) or Gold (Site Supervisor minimum) SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme), current First Aid at Work (3-day), current Fire Marshal , current Temporary Works Coordinator , desirable Package (perm) £65,000 to £70,000 basic, DOE Discretionary bonus on project completion 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Vehicle allowance or car Mobile, laptop Pension