Quantity Surveyor
Job Description
Quantity Surveyor
Location:-London SE1-(Project-based & Office)
Salary:80k to £90k + bens
I'm partnered with a- premier, highly successful-specialist structural alterations/cut & carve/structural refurbishment contractor-who've operated across London for over 50 years. As a trusted principal contractor, working directly for clients/consultants,-they tackle complex, high-profile commercial and grade-listed structural packages valued up to -5m.
-Why join? Unmatched stability & growth
-In an unpredictable market, this company offers a rare environment of financial security and long-term career progression.
- True financial stability:-They've built an exceptional, stable financial profile with strong, steady cash flows and an active, long-term order book. It means they don't chase reckless volume; instead focusing on secure, high-margin specialist engineering.
- Real career progression:-This company actively avoids pigeonholing staff. You will manage complex, technically diverse schemes, fast-tracking your commercial skills and positioning you for rapid advancement into Senior and Commercial Management roles.
Working closely with the-commercial and operational leadership, you will take full commercial ownership of complex enabling works, cut & carve and structural refurbishment projects.-
What you'll be up to
- Commercial ownership:-Manage the commercial life cycle of major packages including demolition, underpinning, temporary works, buildersworks and reinforced concrete structures.
- Financial controls:-Drive cost planning, variations, CVRs, final accounts, and cash flow management to protect project margins.
- Subcontractor management:-Handle procurement, contract negotiation, and monthly valuations seamlessly.
- Client dvisory:-Partner directly with Tier-1 main contractors and private clients to manage risks and maximize profitability.-
Desirable experience
- Sector experience:-A track record working for a specialist contractor within complex structural refurbishment
- Technical exposure:-Familiarity with structural alterations, groundwork, piling, concrete, or complex temporary works packages is highly advantageous.-Strong negotiation skills, a sharp eye for contractual detail, and an ability to protect project margins.
- Qualifications:-A degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant commercial/construction discipline would be ideal
If you're considering a new career challenge, and your priority is "peace of mind" stability with genuine career progression, this could be the one. At the very least, it's worth a conversation - you never know.