Senior Contract Surveyor

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hill Group UK Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

At Hill, commercial leadership is about more than numbers—it's about adding value every step of the way. As a Senior Contract Surveyor, you'll take ownership of large-scale or complex residential developments, leading cost control, procurement and reporting across multiple phases.

You'll play a hands-on role in maximising project performance, while also mentoring junior colleagues and helping shape a high-performing, collaborative commercial team.

What you'll do:

  • Lead the commercial delivery of residential construction projects from pre-start to final account
  • Manage subcontractor procurement, valuations, payments and claims in line with Hill protocols
  • Prepare and review CVCs, cost forecasts, valuations and outturn summaries
  • Take part in early-stage design reviews and value engineering opportunities
  • Contribute to team meetings with design, technical, production and client-side colleagues
  • Mentor Trainee and Assistant Surveyors, contributing to performance reviews and development
  • Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, contract terms and ISO9001 standards
  • Attend client and consultant meetings and represent Hill professionally
  • Provide commercial insight during design coordination and risk management

What we're looking for:

  • HND/HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject
  • Chartered (or working towards) RICS or MCIOB status
  • Strong experience managing the commercial aspects of residential developments
  • Excellent understanding of subcontract terms, procurement, and cost control
  • Skilled in remeasurement for key trades including RC frame, groundworks and brickwork
  • Confidence negotiating final accounts, claims and changes
  • Good working knowledge of Building Regulations and Health & Safety in construction
  • Analytical and detail-driven with strong forecasting and reporting skills
  • Team player with strong communication and mentoring abilities

What you'll get:

  • 26 days holiday
  • Private healthcare and wellbeing platform
  • Hill Incentive scheme and retail discounts
  • Volunteering days and continuous learning opportunities
  • A high-performing and supportive team culture
  • competitive salary and package

Why Hill?
At Hill, we offer more than just a job — we offer the opportunity to make a real and lasting impact. Every person here contributes to delivering sustainable, high-quality homes and shaping vibrant communities across the UK.

Our culture is underpinned by our values:

  • Ambition – we set bold goals and support each other to exceed them
  • Impact – we focus on delivering meaningful outcomes
  • Agility – we move quickly, adapt confidently, and embrace change
  • Collaboration – we work together to achieve more, sharing success along the way

As a privately owned business, we're able to move with pace and purpose. We invest in people, support career growth, and empower individuals to lead from wherever they stand. Hard-working, driven people thrive here — and are recognised for what they deliver and how they deliver it.

Join Hill and be part of a forward-thinking, values-led team. Together, we're not just building homes — we're building a lasting legacy.

We are proud to be a
Disability Confident Employer
. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can provide adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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