Senior Quantity Surveyor - Luxury Residential Refurbishment

About the role

A recruiter is working with an established main contractor specialising in luxury residential refurbishments and high-end construction in Central London. Due to growth and a strong pipeline of projects, the contractor wants an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to take full commercial responsibility for a £7M super-prime residential refurbishment in Chelsea. The post-holder works closely with the Project Manager, site team and senior management.

Key responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of the £7M refurbishment from procurement through to final account
• Manage subcontractor procurement, tendering, negotiations and package appointments
• Prepare and manage budgets, cost reports, forecasts and cash flow
• Oversee subcontractor valuations, variations, payments and final accounts
• Identify and manage commercial risks while maximising project profitability
• Monitor progress, programme and expenditure with the Project Manager
• Manage client variations, change control and related commercial negotiations
• Maintain relationships with clients, architects, consultants and subcontractors
• Report accurately to senior management

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor in a main contracting environment
• Background delivering high-end or super-prime residential refurbishments, ideally in Central London
• Experience managing projects worth £3M to £10M+
• Relevant construction or quantity surveying qualifications are advantageous

Required skills

• Procurement, subcontractor management and cost control
• Contract administration
• Strong communication, negotiation and client-facing skills

What we offer

• The chance to lead a prestigious £7M residential refurbishment in Chelsea
• An established contractor with a strong reputation in London's luxury residential market
• Collaborative, supportive management team and exposure to bespoke finishes and specialist trades
• Long-term career progression in a growing business
• Competitive salary and package depending on experience