Senior Quantity Surveyor

The Company We are currently partnering with a dynamic and rapidly growing main contractor specialising in refurbishment and remediation schemes across the UK. Operating predominantly within the social housing sector, the business delivers a wide range of projects including building safety and fire remediation works such as recladding, passive fire protection, compartmentation, and fire door installations. They also undertake commercial-to-residential conversion schemes. Project values typically range from £1m to £15m, with clear ambitions to expand into larger-scale developments. Despite being recently established, the company has experienced impressive growth, already securing 80% of its projected 2026 turnover. With a strong pipeline and expanding client base, they are on track to achieve a £50m turnover by 2028. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor at a key stage of its growth, offering genuine career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact. The Role 📍 Location: City of London Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their team based in the City of London, overseeing a portfolio of live projects across London and the surrounding areas. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the commercial, financial, and contractual management of multiple fire remediation schemes within a main contracting environment. This is a key role focused on driving profitability, ensuring cost certainty, managing risk, and maintaining contractual compliance across all projects. Experience with PCSA (Pre-Construction Services Agreements) and/or a background in refurbishment or fire protection works will be highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities * Take ownership of project financial performance and gross margin delivery * Review and approve cost reports, valuations, variations, and payments * Identify, manage, and report on financial risks and opportunities * Lead the timely agreement of final accounts * Administer contracts in line with JCT forms * Manage claims, extensions of time (EOTs), RFIs, and dispute resolution support * Oversee subcontractor and supplier agreements * Review and challenge tender submissions * Lead subcontract procurement and commercial negotiations * Ensure procurement activities align with project budgets and programmes * Manage change control and variations * Prepare and maintain CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations) and cash flow forecasts * Provide accurate and timely commercial reporting to senior management * Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners * Represent the business in commercial and project meetings * Safeguard company interests while fostering collaborative partnerships Candidate Requirements * Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contracting environment * Strong knowledge of JCT contracts * Experience managing refurbishment and/or fire remediation projects (desirable) * Commercially astute with excellent negotiation skills * Strong reporting and stakeholder management abilities * Experience with PCSA agreements (advantageous) Salary & Benefits * Competitive salary (commensurate with experience) * Car allowance * Comprehensive Benefits Package * Flexible working * Opportunity to work on high-profile, meaningful building safety projects