Senior Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Senior Quantity Surveyor required in London

GVR Solutions are currently representing a very well-established main contractor, who are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join their team. The initial focus will be on a 16m refurbishment project in Central London which will be approx. 70 weeks.

  • Central London
  • 65K 75K + package
  • Main contractor in Central London

Senior Quantity Surveyor responsibilities:

  • Reporting to a Managing Surveyor and will be supported by a Junior Quantity Surveyor
  • Take day-to-day commercial ownership of the project from procurement through to final account.
  • Prepare subcontract enquiry packages, tender comparisons and buying analyses; procure and negotiate subcontract packages.
  • Prepare and agree subcontract orders and manage applications, payments, variations and final accounts.
  • Prepare and submit monthly client applications / valuations and manage client variations and change control.
  • Attend and contribute to client, consultant and commercial meetings; maintain a strong relationship with the client QS.
  • Maintain project CVRs, forecasts, cost-to-complete information, cash flow, WIP and commercial records.
  • Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, including contractual notices, EOT and loss and expense where required.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager, Site Manager and wider delivery team to protect commercial performance.

Requirements for the Senior Quantity Surveyor:

  • Degree qualified or Equivalent qualification in Construction
  • Strong experience working for a main contractor on refurbishment or fit out projects
  • Comfortable working on projects up to 20m
  • Good knowledge of JCT contracts
  • Strong procurement, buying and account management
  • Client facing
  • Confident with CVRs, forecasting, cost reporting and commercial risk management.

If you are interested in the above Senior Quantity Surveyor position, please get in touch.