Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Hammersmith
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite
Hours: 8am - 5pm
Salary: Competitive

ACT is a leading main contractor for super-prime London residential projects, founded on craftsmanship, teamwork and a can-do approach. We build, renovate and care for exceptional and often historic homes, taking great pride in our craft. We support clients through every stage of their property journey from full structural renovations to bespoke upgrades. Whether adding a basement, restoring a listed building or crafting a grand staircase, we assemble expert artisans to deliver exceptional - on time and within budget.

The Quantity Surveyor is responsible for overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of ACT projects.
This includes cost planning, procurement, financial reporting, risk management, and contract administration.
This role is critical in ensuring commercial success, client satisfaction, and alignment with ACT’s values and
goals.

Responsibilities

General & Commercial Management

• Deliver high-quality communication and reporting across projects.
• Actively participate in site meetings, providing commercial insight and solutions.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Site Teams for cost-effective project delivery.
• Ensure contractual compliance and timely communication of commercial matters.

Cost Control & Forecasting 

• Forecast project costs and revenues.
• Produce monthly CVRs and lead commercial reviews with key stakeholders.
• Maintain project and client cash flows

Head Contract Management 

• Administer the head contract, including valuations, claims, and variation orders.
• Ensure on-time and complete submission of valuations and cost updates.
• Communicate changes and claims with clarity and transparency.

Subcontractor Management 

• Procure subcontractor packages aligned with procurement schedules.
• Conduct valuations, manage variations, and close final accounts.
• Maintain relationships through proactive risk assessment, credit checks, and insurance tracking. 

Tendering & Procurement 

• Manage tendering processes and subcontractor pre-qualifications.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project needs and timelines.

Documentation & Controls 

• Review and analyse contract documents, drawings, and RFIs.
• Track and document project changes accurately using Procore and relevant tools.
• Keep subcontractor data, including insurances, up to date.

Training & Development

• Commit to continual professional development in commercial management and construction.
• Enhance knowledge in JCT contracts, negotiation, reporting, and digital tools (Excel, Bluebeam, Procore).

Operations & Maintenance 

• Ensure O&M deliverables are defined, tracked, and completed before final accounts closure.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on £5m+ prime or super prime residential projects (heritage or listed buildings experience a plus) 
• Track record of managing full commercial lifecycle from pre-contract through to final account
• Experience working with ultra-high-net-worth clients or their representatives, understanding the expectations around quality, discretion, and delivery.
• Strong commercial, contractual, and cost management expertise,

• Competency with Procore, Excel, Bluebeam

• In-depth knowledge of JCT Contracts, cost management, and construction practices

• Solution focused and can do approach. 

Benefits

• 24 Days Holidays (three to be taken during the Christmas shutdown period). 

• Length of Service Leave - You will receive one day holiday on top of your entitlement for every year that you have worked, up to five additional days. 

• Vitality Healthcare - Private healthcare including, physiotherapy, chiropractic, osteopathy, chiropody/podiatry, acupuncture, and homoeopathy.  

• Wellhub Membership - Free access to gyms, wellness centres and health apps. 

• Strong Culture - Regular events, team building activities and celebrations. 

• NEST Pension Scheme - ACT contribution of 3% (full salary) 

• Professional Development - Opportunities for career advancement and internal promotions. 

• Employee Assistance Programme - Confidential support including 24/7 advice, counselling services, and resources for mental health and wellbeing. 

• Cycle to Work - Tax-efficient way to save on a new bike and accessories, with monthly payments taken directly from your salary.