Senior Quantity Surveyor

City, London
Building Careers UK

Senior Quantity Surveyor (CAT A & CAT B Fit Out)
Job Locations: London, UK (Various Sites)
Salary: 75,000 – 90,000 + Package
Job Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading construction team delivering high-profile commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across London. This role will see you working on large-scale CAT A and CAT B office refurbishments in prime city locations.

Current Projects

1 America Square
Rolling CAT A refurbishment of a 145,361 sqft office building across 14 floors. Works include common areas, end-of-trip facilities, reception, and toilets.

• Duration: 110 weeks
• Value: Approx. 40 million
• Location: London, UK

Stratton Street, Mayfair
Rolling refurbishment of an office building, delivering CAT A+ and CAT A works across 5 of 9 floors, including common areas, end-of-trip facilities, and reception upgrades.

• Value: Approx. 12-15 million
• Location: London, UK

Key Responsibilities

• Managing all commercial aspects of multiple fit-out and refurbishment projects
• Preparing and reviewing cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation
• Procurement and management of subcontractor packages
• Negotiating contracts and ensuring best value is achieved
• Monitoring project costs, valuations, and cash flow
• Managing variations, change control processes, and final accounts
• Providing accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders
• Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures
• Supporting project delivery teams to ensure commercial success

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry
• Strong background in CAT A & CAT B commercial fit-out projects
• Experience working on high-value projects ( 10m+)
• Excellent knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., JCT)
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Professional membership (e.g., RICS) is desirable but not essential
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of 75,000 – 90,000
• Attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on landmark London projects
• Career progression within a growing and dynamic team

Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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