Project Quantity Surveyor - Quantity Surveying Job in London, Greater London - £50,000 - £65,000

High profile residential projects, hybrid working and strong progression within a modern consultancy

Job Summary

Project Quantity Surveyor Job London offers an opportunity to join a progressive consultancy delivering residential and mixed use developments across Central London. Working within the quantity surveying sector, this role focuses on providing cost management services from early acquisition through to final accounts. You will be responsible for cost planning, procurement advice and commercial management across multiple projects, ensuring financial control and value optimisation.

The position provides exposure to high profile schemes, working closely with developers, contractors and consultants. This Project Quantity Surveyor Job London is suited to a driven professional seeking to take ownership of projects while developing technical and client facing skills within a collaborative consultancy environment.

About the Company

This established consultancy operates within the quantity surveying sector, providing cost and project management services across the built environment. The organisation works closely with developers, investors and contractors, delivering residential and mixed use schemes with a strong focus on quality and efficiency.

The team adopts a collaborative approach, supporting modern methods of construction and innovative delivery strategies. The company promotes professional development and continuous learning, offering clear progression opportunities. Through Hunter Dunning recruitment services, this role provides access to a forward thinking consultancy environment with a strong reputation in the London market.

Role & Responsibilities

• Provide cost consultancy services from acquisition through to final accounts across residential and mixed use projects
• Prepare cost plans estimates and procurement strategies to support project viability and financial control
• Manage tender processes including negotiation contract preparation and contractor engagement
• Undertake cost reporting and budget reconciliation throughout project lifecycles ensuring accuracy and transparency
• Administer contractor payments and ensure compliance with contractual and commercial requirements
• Collaborate with project managers consultants and clients to support coordinated project delivery
• Carry out value engineering exercises and contribute to risk assessment and cost optimisation strategies

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum three years experience within the UK construction industry as a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Consultant
• Experience across all project stages from cost planning through to final accounts and project close out
• Background within a main contractor or consultancy environment delivering built environment projects
• Working towards or achieved MRICS or MCIOB professional accreditation preferred but not essential
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline supporting technical understanding of cost management
• Strong communication skills with ability to manage client relationships and multidisciplinary teams
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage budgets programmes and procurement processes effectively

Salary & Benefits

• Salary ranging from £50,000 to £65,000 depending on experience and project responsibility level
• Discretionary bonus scheme linked to individual contribution and company performance outcomes
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays supporting work life balance
• Hybrid working arrangement with three days in office or site and two days remote working
• Pension scheme matched up to 5 percent supporting long term financial planning
• Private healthcare and life assurance providing additional security and wellbeing support
• Travel expenses covered for site visits including mileage and public transport costs

Who Is This Role Ideal For?

This role is ideal for a Quantity Surveyor looking to progress within a consultancy environment while taking ownership of high value residential and mixed use projects. It suits individuals who enjoy working across full project lifecycles and engaging with clients and stakeholders. Candidates seeking exposure to modern construction methods and innovative delivery approaches will benefit from the variety of work available.

The position is well suited to those working towards professional accreditation who want to develop both technical and commercial expertise. If you are motivated by career progression collaboration and delivering high quality outcomes this opportunity offers a strong platform within the quantity surveying sector.

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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