Quantity Surveyor

Joshua Robert Recruitment
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Contracting Life Sciences
Location: London, UK
Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (depending on experience) + Benefits

About the Company
Join a leading M&E contractor renowned for delivering high-value, technically challenging projects in the life sciences sector. With a strong pipeline of cutting-edge pharmaceutical, biotech, and laboratory facilities, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team shaping the future of healthcare and innovation.

Role Overview As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of high-profile projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on technically challenging projects in one of the UK s fastest-growing sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Cost Management: Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets and forecasts.
• Procurement: Oversee the procurement process, including tendering, subcontractor selection, and negotiation of contracts.
• Valuations & Variations: Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts to ensure maximum value for the client and company.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate commercial risks on projects.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Liaise with project managers, clients, and design teams to ensure alignment of project goals and financial objectives.
• Reporting: Prepare detailed monthly reports on financial performance, cash flow, and forecasts.
• Compliance: Ensure all activities meet statutory regulations, industry standards, and company policies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: Minimum 5+ years in Quantity Surveying, preferably with experience in M&E contracting and/or life sciences projects.
• Education: Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of JCT and NEC contracts and experience in highly regulated sectors (e.g., pharmaceuticals, biotech).
• Skills: Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Software: Proficiency in cost management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 (DOE)
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, including pension, healthcare, and bonus schemes.
• Career Growth: Clear pathways for progression and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Exciting Projects: Work on innovative life sciences facilities that make a tangible difference.