Senior Quantity Surveyor - Quantity Surveying job in Central London - £65,000 - £80,000

Hybrid working up to two days per week, Cost management projects, Regular client exposure

Job Summary

Senior Quantity Surveyor Job London offers a senior cost management position within an established consultancy practice. The role is based in London and supports property and construction projects across the Quantity Surveying sector. You will prepare budget estimates, cost plans, tender documents and post-contract cost control information. The position includes regular client exposure, project meetings and presentations across varied project stages. You will support accurate financial decisions and provide clear commercial advice to clients and project teams.

Hybrid working is available for up to two days weekly, subject to business requirements. Office attendance remains important for collaboration, mentoring, service quality and professional development. You will manage pre-contract and post-contract duties while balancing deadlines, travel and changing project demands. Senior Quantity Surveyor Job London suits an organised professional with strong delivery experience and confident communication skills. You will work closely with clients, consultants, contractors and colleagues throughout each project lifecycle.

About the Company

This established practice provides cost management and wider consultancy services across property and construction projects. The team works with clients, design teams, contractors and professional partners throughout project delivery. Its London office provides a collaborative setting, with regular office attendance expected each week.

The working environment supports knowledge sharing, team development and consistent client service. The organisation promotes professional development, wellbeing and flexible working where project needs allow. Staff are expected to take a proactive approach to learning, quality standards and communication. Hunter Dunning recruitment services are supporting this confidential appointment within the built environment sector.

Role & Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed budget estimates and cost plans supporting early project decisions and formal approvals
• Produce accurate tender documents with clear cost information for procurement and contractor pricing exercises
• Review tender returns, prepare evaluations and support clear recommendations for informed client decisions
• Carry out interim valuations monitoring progress, payment requirements and the current project cost position
• Prepare cost reports and final accounts with accurate commentary on risks, changes and financial movements
• Assess contractor claims, variations and change control matters using a balanced commercial approach
• Report directly to clients through written updates, project meetings and confident professional presentations
• Work flexibly across project stages, office collaboration and regular travel when project demands require

Skills & Experience Required

• Cost management experience across pre-contract and post-contract duties within property or construction projects
• Degree qualified, with MRICS status or active progress towards professional chartership preferred
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills supported by an appropriate educational and professional background
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly with clients, consultants, contractors and design teams
• Confidence using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and professional presentations
• Considered negotiation skills when managing contractors, variations, claims and wider commercial matters
• High attention to detail when reviewing costs, documents, reports and contract information
• Self-motivated and organised, with the ability to meet deadlines under limited supervision

Salary & Benefits

• Salary of £65,000 – £80,000 depending on experience, qualifications and suitability
• Hybrid working for up to two days per week, subject to business requirements
• London office base with regular collaboration, mentoring and access to senior colleagues
• Flexible working culture supporting project delivery and a balanced working approach
• Professional development support with encouragement towards chartership and continued learning
• Exposure to varied cost management duties across the complete project lifecycle
• Inclusive working environment focused on wellbeing, learning and long-term progression

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role is ideal for a Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking wider responsibility within cost management. You may already hold MRICS status or be progressing towards chartership through structured development. The position suits someone who enjoys client contact, technical reporting and commercial problem solving.

You should value collaboration while remaining confident when working independently across demanding project stages. Strong organisation is important when managing deadlines, priorities and confidential project information. A flexible approach is required because regular travel and additional hours may occasionally be necessary. Senior Quantity Surveyor Job London offers varied project exposure, professional standards and long-term career development.

About Hunter Dunning

Hunter Dunning is a specialist property and built environment recruitment consultancy established in 2004, focused on quality and long-term partnerships in the UK and Ireland property and construction market.

We specialise in full lifecycle property recruitment, covering architecture, interior design, surveying, land and planning, fire safety and wider construction roles. We offer informed and confidential discussions for both clients and candidates and welcome conversations about this opportunity and your wider career plans within the built environment.

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If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time.

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