Senior Quantity Surveyor

MMP are looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our clients Commercial team and lead the commercial delivery of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account.
This is a key leadership position responsible for maximising project profitability, managing commercial risk, ensuring contractual compliance, and supporting successful project delivery.

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Hoxton
Salary: 70-90K
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

This role offers the opportunity to influence business performance, contribute to strategic growth, and play a significant role in the development of a high-performing commercial function.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account.

• Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, cost plans, and cash flow projections.

• Administer contracts under JCT, NEC, and other relevant forms of contract.

• Procure and manage subcontract packages, including tender analysis and subcontract awards.

• Prepare and submit valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.

• Manage variations, compensation events, and contractual claims.

• Produce and review monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) reports.

• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities.

• Support project teams in delivering projects safely, efficiently, and profitably.

• Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior management.

• Lead negotiations with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Ensure accurate and timely commercial reporting.

• Mentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and Assistant Quantity Surveyors.

• Support tendering, bid submissions, and pre-construction activities.

• Drive continuous improvement and commercial best practice across the business.

Essential Experience

• 8+ years' experience in Quantity Surveying within the UK construction industry.

• Minimum 3 years' experience operating at Senior Quantity Surveyor level or equivalent.

• Proven experience delivering medium to large-scale construction projects.

• Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts.

• Extensive experience in subcontract procurement and management.

• Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasts, valuations, CVRs, and final accounts.

• Strong understanding of commercial risk management and contractual entitlement.

• Experience leading and mentoring commercial team members.

• Experience working within a Design & Build environment.

Essential Skills

• Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management abilities.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience using commercial and project management software.

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

• CSCS Card.

• Strong understanding of UK construction contracts and commercial practice.

Desirable

• MRICS, MCIOB, or working towards professional chartership.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Commercially focused and results-driven.

• A strong leader and mentor.

• Professional, ethical, and customer-focused.

• Proactive and self-motivated.

• Resilient and solution-oriented.

• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships at all levels.

• Passionate about continuous improvement and delivering excellence.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Opportunity to lead significant construction projects.

• Career progression within a growing business.

• Ongoing professional development and support towards chartership.

• Collaborative and supportive working environment.

• Opportunity to influence business performance and strategic growth.

If this position is of interest to you, then please get in contact.