Quantity Surveyor - London

Job ID: quantity-surveyor-london-constructionCompany: LJB & CoQuantity SurveyorOur client is a growing London-based refurbishment and retrofit contractor delivering safe, sustainable and high-quality projects. They place strong emphasis on excellent service for clients and stakeholders and specialise in commercial, residential, education and leisure refurbishments. Projects are delivered across traditional and design-and-build contracts, with values ranging from 250k to 10m+. With new ventures and planned business expansion over the next year, this is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious and fast-growing organisation.The Role We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team and play a key role in the financial management of refurbishment and retrofit projects. Working closely with project and leadership teams, the successful candidate will support the delivery of projects from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring commercial control and value are maintained throughout.Key Responsibilities •    Support the pre-construction process, including cost planning, tender analysis and contract negotiations •    Manage project budgets, cost reporting and forecasting •    Prepare and agree subcontractor packages and manage subcontractor accounts •    Monitor and manage variations, change control and risk •    Prepare valuations, applications for payment and final accounts •    Work closely with project and site teams to ensure commercial objectives are achieved •    Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationshipsKey Skills & Experience •    Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline •    Minimum 5–6 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveyor or similar role •    Experience working on refurbishment and retrofit projects preferred •    Strong understanding of traditional and design-and-build contracts •    Excellent written, numerical and communication skills •    Strong commercial awareness and attention to detailPerson Specification •    Self-motivated with the ability to manage tasks end-to-end •    Strong understanding of the construction sector •    Confident using commercial and cost management systems •    Excellent interpersonal skills with a collaborative, consultative approach •    Ability to build long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors and internal teams •    Detail-oriented team player with a positive and solutions-focused mindsetPackage In return, our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive package, including a bonus scheme.