Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor
Location: Colindale, North London
Salary: 80,000 - 100,000 + Travel Allowance + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity
A leading UK residential developer is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team on a landmark high-rise residential development in Colindale, North London.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of the commercial delivery of a large-scale, multi-phase scheme, working alongside an experienced project team to ensure successful financial and contractual management throughout the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial performance, managing risk, and maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors and stakeholders on one of London's significant residential developments.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of a high-rise residential project from procurement through to final account.
• Manage subcontract procurement, negotiation, and appointment.
• Prepare and review tender documentation and subcontract packages.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Assess and agree subcontractor applications, variations, and final accounts.
• Produce accurate monthly cost reports and commercial forecasts.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures.
• Work closely with operational teams to maximise project profitability.
• Support and mentor junior members of the commercial team where required.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the residential construction sector.
• Strong experience delivering high-rise residential or large-scale mixed-use developments.
• Excellent knowledge of JCT contracts and commercial management processes.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially astute with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams within a fast-paced project environment.

Package

• 80,000 - 100,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
• Travel allowance
• Annual performance bonus
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare
• Career progression opportunities with a well-established and growing developer
• Long-term project pipeline across London and the South East