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Senior Quantity Surveyor
On-site in London·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 3 Nov)
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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, London
- Contract
- Full-time
- Experience
- Senior level
- Holiday
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
Skills
Nice to have
Requirements
What we're looking for
Experience as a Quantity Surveyor or an Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to step up
Proven track record working on projects ranging from £50k to £10m
Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to manage risk effectively
Experience within Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) environments
Ability to lead and manage complex commercial projects
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly
Strong problem-solving capability and ability to make independent decisions
Nice to have
Experience across disciplines such as HVAC&R, Security, Fire Detection/Suppression, or BMS/Controls
RICS accreditation or working towards it
Pay & benefits
What you'll get
Competitive salary and bonus plan
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
Company car
Pension and comprehensive benefits package
Ongoing training and professional development
Career progression within a global organisation
The role
As a Quantity Surveyor at Johnson Controls, you will take ownership of the commercial delivery of projects from contract award through to final account, playing a pivotal role in driving profitability and protecting the business from risk. Working closely with Sales and Projects teams, you will provide expert commercial and contractual guidance across a diverse portfolio of projects. Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you will have accountability for key projects within your region, making a direct impact on business performance, customer satisfaction, and long-term growth. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role where your decisions influence outcomes and your expertise shapes project success.
What you'll do
Manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects from award through to completion
Administer contracts in line with company policies and procedures
Lead variation management, ensuring timely agreement and maximisation of project value
Prepare, submit and agree final accounts to achieve positive financial outcomes
Identify, develop and substantiate claims and entitlement opportunities
Monitor project budgets, forecasts and financial performance
Escalate commercial risks and implement corrective actions where required
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve commercial challenges
Drive continuous improvement and best practice across commercial processes
About Johnson Controls UK
- Industry
- HVAC and Building Technologies
In their own words
About the company & team
Johnson Controls is a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable building solutions. We specialise in thermal management, mission‑critical building systems, energy efficiency and decarbonisation, helping customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions and operate with greater resilience and precision. We support a wide range of industries, including data centres, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing and higher education.
For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it matters most. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry‑leading field organisation, we help our customers achieve real‑world results, enhance operational performance and move society forward.
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