Quantity Surveyor

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
Quantity Surveyor Specialist Stonework Up to £75,000 + Travel + Health + Bonus Central London

Are you a commercially sharp Quantity Surveyor ready to shape London’s landmark stone and façade projects? Join a specialist principal contractor delivering high-quality new build stonework façades as well as hard landscaping and internal stone packages across Central London. This role offers excellent exposure to public realm, mixed-use, and prestige schemes, with opportunities to develop into a Commercial Manager position over time.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Attend handover meetings with the Contracts Manager to define financial scope and coordinate supplier/subcontractor strategy
• Place orders for sub-contractors and major materials (e.g. stone, stainless steel fixings); minor items procured by the buying department
• Deliver contract administration across all commercial and financial stages of office and site controls
• Prepare and agree interim valuations and final accounts for main contracts and subcontractor packages
• Raise and agree variations, conduct site measurements, and finalise build-ups
• Prepare and negotiate contractual claims, ensuring robust project protection
• Conduct regular site visits (based from Vauxhall office) to track changes, monitor costs, and maintain visibility
• Manage authorisation and payment of suppliers and subcontractors
• Carry out monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs) for financial performance health checks
• Attend or lead key meetings with clients, designers, contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors

About You

• 5-7 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within construction or specialist sub-contracting
• Knowledge of stonework i.e. facades, marble, granite, limestone, slate, faience, mosaics, terrazzo and stone composites
• Skilled in contract administration, valuation processes, cost control, and procurement
• Strong communication skills to liaise effectively across internal teams and external partners
• Commercially driven, detail-focused, and proactive in identifying risks and opportunities
• Comfortable working between site and office environments, especially in Central London
• Committed to personal development, CPD, and advancing toward a more senior role

About the Company

This well-established contractor delivers high-quality external works, primarily across new build stone façades and complex hard landscaping projects. Their work includes natural stone paving, benches, water features, planters, and feature public realm installations integrated into mixed-use and prestige developments across London. With a turnover of £13m and a hands-on, collaborative culture, this is a business where mid-career professionals can grow quickly and meaningfully.

What’s In It For You?

• Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
• Healthcare
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Travelcard allowance
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Regular CPD, personal development and a clear progression path

How to Apply

Apply today with your up to date CV and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss next steps confidentially.