Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor (Project Commercial Lead) - Main Contractor - Student Accommodation & Commercial Cut & Carve Projects
Location: Projects available in Central and North London
Salary: £85,000 - £100,000 + Pension Entitlement, Discretionary bonus, Life Assurance
O'Neill & Brennan are currently partnered with an established main contractor who are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take the lead on residential and commercial schemes valued between £20m - £110m. This contractor has a strong pipeline of work across the student accommodation and commercial sectors, with a range of newbuild and heavy refurbishment schemes.
The Role
As a Senior (Project Lead) Quantity Surveyor, you will take full commercial responsibility for delivering high-profile projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will play a key role in managing project finances, leading junior team members, and working closely with operational teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial function on assigned projects
- Manage cost planning, procurement, and subcontractor packages
- Prepare and present valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Monitor project budgets and provide accurate financial reporting
- Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
- Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders
- Mentor and support junior surveyors within the team
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor environment
- Strong background in student accommodation and/or commercial refurbishment (cut & carve experience desirable)
- Ability to lead projects commercially from inception to completion
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Strong understanding of JCT contracts
- Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related field
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work on complex, high-value projects
- Clear progression pathway within a growing business
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Ned Scott-Mends on (phone number removed), click apply or send a CV to (url removed) . All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence.
O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed