Senior Quantity Surveyor for Refurbishment Project in London - UK - 85k – 100k + package (DOE) - LJB Recruitment

Senior Quantity Surveyor

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

High-End Refurbishment & Conversion – 5-Star Hotel, Central London

Our client is a well-established Anglo-Irish main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK and Ireland. With an annual turnover of approximately €250m, the business specialises in complex, design-led schemes within the commercial, hospitality, and high-end residential sectors.

Due to the award of a prestigious project, they are now seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to take the commercial lead on a £50m refurbishment and conversion of an existing commercial building into a luxury 5-star hotel in Central London.

This is a flagship project involving significant structural alterations, high-spec fit-out, and intricate coordination with design teams and specialist subcontractors. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for the commercial management of the scheme, from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring financial performance, risk management, and contractual compliance throughout.

Working closely with the project director, site team, and client representatives, you will play a key role in driving value, managing costs, and maintaining strong commercial control on a fast-paced, high-profile development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial aspects of the project from procurement through to final account
• Manage and administer the main contract and subcontract packages
• Oversee procurement strategy and appoint key subcontractors and suppliers
• Prepare, monitor, and report on project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans
• Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
• Value and certify subcontractor applications and manage payments
• Lead on variations, change control, and contractual correspondence
• Produce accurate monthly commercial reports for senior management
• Negotiate final accounts with clients and subcontractors
• Work closely with the project and design teams to ensure cost-effective delivery
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring client satisfaction

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager on refurbishment / fit-out projects
• Experience delivering high-value schemes (£20m+) within commercial or hospitality sectors
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts (JCT preferred)
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a high-pressure environment
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

In Return, Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary (£80k – £100k, depending on experience)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to lead a landmark Central London hospitality project
• Long-term career progression within a growing, reputable contractor
• Exposure to high-end, design-focused developments