Senior Quantity Surveyor
| Job Type | Permanent / Full Time |
| Area | Surrey, UK |
| Job Title | Quantity Surveyor |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Job Ref | 1623679DA |
| Job Views | 78 |
- Description
- Senior OR Lead Quantity Surveyor
Luxury & Superprime Main Contractor
Aldershot, Surrey
High-end Projects South of M2/M3 corridor
Permanent | Full-Time
Salary: £65k - £85k -- Highly competitive + benefits (open for the right individual)
About the Business:
We are representing a highly regarded main contractor specialising in the delivery of complex, design-led private residential projects. Known for their meticulous attention to detail, bespoke craftsmanship and seamless delivery, they operate within the prime and super-prime sector, partnering with private clients, leading architects and design teams to bring exceptional one-off homes to life.
Following sustained growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to appoint an accomplished Senior Surveyor to join their commercial team.
The Role:
As Senior or Lead Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial ownership of multiple high-end residential projects, typically ranging between £5m – £15m+ in value. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial control, cost accuracy, and commercial success from tender through to final account.
This is a key appointment offering autonomy, responsibility, and clear progression within a design-focused and growing contractor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the commercial delivery of complex, high-value private residential projects
- Manage cost planning, procurement, valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Provide accurate forecasting and reporting to senior management and clients
- Negotiate with subcontractors and suppliers to secure best value and terms
- Support pre-construction, tenders, and procurement strategies
- Work collaboratively with project and site teams to maintain budgetary control
- Build and sustain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders
- Mentor and support junior members of the commercial team
- Experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead with a background in high-end or super-prime residential construction
- Strong commercial acumen and a proactive approach to problem-solving
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and client-facing skills
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple complex projects
- Passionate about quality, detail, and excellence in delivery
- Confident working with architects, designers, and discerning private clients
- Opportunity to commercially oversee landmark private residential projects across Surrey and the Home Counties
- Senior role within a respected and ambitious main contractor
- Competitive salary and benefits package (negotiable for the right individual)
- Long-term career progression within a business that values expertise and craftsmanship
