Senior Quantity Surveyor

Construction
Senior Cost Consultant / Senior Quantity Surveyor
�� London (Hybrid) | Residential Developments £20m–£150m
Competitive Salary & Excellent Benefits
Must have right to work in UK

Are you ready to take ownership of high-profile residential schemes and play a key role in shaping the future of cost consultancy?

We’re partnering with a leading, residential-focused consultancy that works with some of the UK’s largest institutional developers. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a forward-thinking approach to digital innovation, this is a business committed to driving meaningful change across the development and construction industry.

The Opportunity This is a pivotal Senior Cost Consultant / Senior QS role within a high-performing London team. You’ll lead cost management delivery across multiple residential projects, from early-stage cost planning and procurement through to post-contract and final account.

Project values typically range from £20m to £150m, offering both scale and complexity. You’ll work closely with experienced Directors and Associates, mentor junior team members, and build trusted client relationships across the full project lifecycle.

Just as importantly, you’ll join a business that is actively investing in digital tools, data-led decision making and AI to enhance cost management capability and they’re looking for professionals who want to be part of that evolution.

What We’re Looking For
  • Proven leadership in delivering day-to-day cost management services
  • Strong technical expertise across cost planning, procurement and post-contract delivery
  • Solid commercial understanding of residential cost drivers, value engineering and risk management
  • MRICS preferred (or equivalent relevant qualification)
  • Experience mentoring and supporting junior colleagues
  • High levels of accuracy, commercial awareness and quality control
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • A genuine interest in digital innovation within the construction sector
You’ll be adaptable, proactive and equally comfortable working autonomously or as part of a collaborative team.

Why This Role?
  • Work alongside some of the industry’s leading cost and project management professionals
  • Structured career development and clear progression routes
  • Hybrid working model
  • Professional membership fees paid
  • Strong benefits package including private medical insurance, enhanced family leave and performance-related bonus
  • A collaborative, social and values-driven culture
For a confidential conversation, DM susan@archerrecruitment.com