Quantity Surveyor - #1765765

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd


Date: 14 hours ago
City: London
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 / year
Contract type: Full time
Work schedule: Full day
Samuel James Recruitment Ltd
Quantity Surveyor | Heritage & Conservation | Up to £75,000 + Benefits | Central London Are you a Quantity Surveyor with a passion for heritage and historic buildings? Join a specialist principal contractor delivering award-winning restoration and conservation work across London’s most iconic listed buildings. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on technically complex, detail-led projects involving façades, stonework, roofing, joinery, and specialist finishes — Ideal for a QS who takes pride in craftsmanship, values integrity and quality, and is eager to work on some of London’s most unique and historically significant projects. What You’ll Be Doing (The Role)
  • Managing the commercial aspects of conservation and restoration projects from pre-construction through to final account
  • Preparing detailed cost plans, variations, valuations, and subcontractor packages
  • Working closely with project and site teams to manage budgets, track progress, and maintain financial control
  • Leading procurement and overseeing payment applications and cashflow forecasts
  • Assisting with tenders, contract negotiation, and client reporting
  • Ensuring compliance with heritage project requirements and documentation standards
About You
  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within conservation, heritage, or specialist construction
  • Comfortable managing multiple contracts with values up to £2m across London sites
  • Strong understanding of listed building works, including masonry, roofing, timber, and specialist finishes
  • Skilled in contract admin, valuations, variations, and cost control
  • Confident communicator with the ability to work across site teams, clients, and heritage consultants
  • Suitable for Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor-level candidates looking for meaningful work
About the Company This highly respected, London-based contractor specialises in heritage restoration and conservation of Grade I and II-listed, ecclesiastical, and historic commercial buildings. With nearly 30 years in the industry their expertise spans scaffolding, stone masonry, lead roofing, specialist surveys, paint analysis, bespoke joinery, and more. Operating with a senior-led team of chartered professionals and craftspeople, they pride themselves on detail, precision, and minimal disruption to clients and sites. What’s In It For You?
  • Salary up to £75,000 depending on experience
  • Performance bonus
  • Paid travel to sites across London
  • Company phone and laptop provided
  • Monday to Thursday 8am – 5pm and Friday 8am – 4pm
  • Pension scheme and long-term career path in a growing team
How to Apply If you're a Quantity Surveyor who wants to make a difference on some of London’s most architecturally significant buildings — apply today and we’ll be in touch within 48 hours to discuss your application confidentially.

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