Senior Quantity Surveyor

  • Skilled Careers
  • 23/02/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor Central London
Up to £85,000 + Car Allowance + Benefits

Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take ownership of high-profile, innovative projects that make a real impact

We are seeking a commercially driven Senior Quantity Surveyor to play a pivotal role in delivering complex construction schemes within the public sector. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation delivering modern, sustainable buildings through a highly efficient construction approach.

Based in Central London, you will take commercial ownership of one or more projects, leading supply chain management and reporting directly to senior commercial leadership. You will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality, health & safety, and compliance.

This role offers significant responsibility, autonomy, and the chance to contribute to projects that reshape the way buildings are delivered in the UK.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish, maintain and proactively manage project-wide commercial risk and opportunity registers

  • Implement and oversee project cost and commercial strategies

  • Manage supply chain performance and ensure accurate commercial reporting

  • Ensure clear scopes and budgets are in place for all work packages, with effective change control procedures

  • Develop and maintain robust contract documentation, incorporating requirements for Health & Safety, Environmental standards, Carbon reduction and Social Value

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders

  • Support senior commercial leadership with contract negotiation and sector agreements

  • Maintain accurate cost estimating, forecasting and financial control systems across all project stages

About You

  • Degree qualified (or equivalent experience) in Quantity Surveying

  • Proven experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level

  • Strong commercial acumen with excellent numerical and analytical skills

  • Confident managing supply chains and leading negotiations

  • Exceptional attention to detail and strong problem-solving ability

  • Ability to build trusted relationships at all levels

What s On Offer

  • Salary up to £85,000

  • Car allowance

  • Competitive benefits package

  • Opportunity to work on high-profile public sector projects

  • Clear progression and professional development

If you're looking for a role as a Senior Quantity Surveyors with a company that offers real commercial ownership, meaningful projects, and strong long-term career progression in Central London, we d love to hear from you.