Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Commercial Lead)
Kensington and Chelsea
Construction/Build - £200 million residential project
£80,000 - £95,000 + Package including travel allowance, medical cover, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension contribution + more

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a leading main contractor on a large construction project near Kensington. My client is at the forefront of this £200million development and has a reputation for driving innovation and excellence throughout their projects.
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role as commercial lead in the successful delivery of an exciting project in one of London's most dynamic locations along with scope to work on other high-profile projects in the future. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the commercial and contractual aspects of a package of work across the over 450 units, ensuring cost control, and maximizing profitability. Utilising your expertise with contracts, you will provide strategic guidance and support to the project teams. This project also delivers retail and commercial space along with improvements to the surrounding public realm.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely and collaboratively with the rest of the commercial team to ensure smooth and efficient delivery of the project in hand.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets, monitor costs, and manage financial reporting.
• Procurement and management of subcontractors whilst ensuring costs fall within pre-agreed budgeting.
• Provide expert advice on contractual matters and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure efficient contract administration and compliance.
• Lead procurement activities, including tendering and contract negotiation.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and budgets, monitor costs, and manage financial reporting.
• Analyse project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

Requirements

• Notable experience running and delivering large scale projects successfully
• Previous experience as a Quantity Surveyor within a similar construction environment
• Degree / HND qualification in Quantity Surveying or another relevant subject.
• Registered with the RICS / CICES and/or working towards professional chartership - preferable
• Excellent working knowledge of standard forms of contract (NEC & JCT) and standard methods of measurements
• Commercial astute with notable experience working on £multimillion building construction projects.

Application:
If you are a results-driven Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager seeking a new challenge or a Quantity Surveyor with aspirations to step into a more senior role with a leading main contractor, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Neeve Truelove @ Gold Group

Interviewing: June 2024

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