Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor Joinery & Fit-Out Hertfordshire

A market-leading joinery and fit-out contractor, with a turnover exceeding £100m and a strong presence across high-end commercial and refurbishment projects, is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to take on a key leadership role within its commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior QS to step into a No.1 position, taking full commercial ownership of projects while leading and developing a team beneath them. The business has a strong pipeline of secured work and a reputation for delivering high-quality, detail-driven joinery packages across London and the South East.

This role will suit a commercially astute individual who is confident managing projects from pre-construction through to final account, while driving performance, profitability, and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

Full Commercial Ownership (No.1 Role)
Take responsibility for the end-to-end commercial management of projects, ensuring financial performance, contractual compliance, and successful delivery.

Team Leadership & Development
Manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors, overseeing performance, output, and professional development.

Cost Planning & Financial Control
Prepare pre-tender profit plans, cashflow forecasts, and monitor project performance through detailed cost reporting and monthly profit reviews.

Valuations & Payments
Oversee the preparation and submission of monthly valuations (client and supply chain), ensuring timely and accurate cash recovery.

Procurement & Package Management
Lead the procurement of joinery and fit-out packages, ensuring alignment with programme, cost plans, and contractual obligations.

Commercial & Contractual Management
Prepare and manage main contract documentation, including warranties and consultant appointments, while ensuring compliance with all contractual terms.

Variations, Value Engineering & Risk Management
Identify and manage variations, drive value engineering opportunities, and mitigate commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Final Accounts & Project Close-Out
Lead the agreement of final accounts both upstream and downstream, ensuring projects are commercially closed out effectively.

Client Interface & Aftercare
Maintain strong client relationships, working closely with client-side QS teams and supporting post-completion aftercare.

Requirements

510+ years experience working with a joinery or fit-out contractor

Proven experience operating at Senior QS level or ready to step into a No.1 role

Strong leadership capability with experience managing or mentoring junior surveyors

Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts

Confident managing projects from pre-construction through to final account

Strong negotiation, reporting, and stakeholder management skills

Able to commute to Hertfordshire HQ

Benefits

£60,000 - £80,000 + Package

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