Details:
- Salary: £300 - 450 - Day
- Job Type: Temporary
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Day
- Location: London
- Date: 16 hours ago
Description:
Senior Site Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Site Quantity Surveyor
Central London | £300 - £450 Per Day | Long-Term Freelance Opportunity
A confidential client is seeking both a Senior Site Quantity Surveyor and an Assistant Site Quantity Surveyor to join a major construction project in Central London. This is a long-term opportunity on a prestigious development, with works expected to continue well into 2027/2028.
Senior Site Quantity Surveyor
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day commercial management of the project, overseeing trade packages, valuations, variations, instructions, cost control and final accounts.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial management of multiple trade packages
Managing variations, change control and valuations
Reviewing and negotiating subcontractor accounts
Undertaking measurements and take-offs
Maintaining commercial records and reporting
Supporting procurement activities
Managing and mentoring an Assistant QS
Working closely with project teams, consultants and subcontractorsRequirements:
Proven Quantity Surveying experience within construction
Strong knowledge of valuations, variations and final accounts
Experience working on refurbishment, heritage, high-end residential or complex building projects advantageous
Excellent measurement and commercial management skills
Ability to operate effectively within a fast-paced site environment
Assistant Site Quantity Surveyor
Working alongside the Senior QS, you will support the commercial management of the project through measurement, valuations, record keeping and day-to-day commercial administration.
Key Responsibilities:
Quantity take-offs and site measurement
Supporting valuations and payment assessments
Maintaining variation and instruction registers
Reviewing dayworks and site records
Assisting with procurement and tender comparisons
Maintaining accurate commercial documentation
Supporting final account preparationRequirements:
Strong numerical and measurement skills
Familiarity with valuations and variations
Good Excel and commercial administration skills
Ambition to progress into a more senior commercial role
Project Details
Central London location
Long-term project with excellent continuity of work
Flexibility around working hours where required
Potential hybrid working arrangement depending on circumstances