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Managing Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

Ardmore have been at the forefront in delivering hundreds of major projects across London. We have established a major reputation for delivery of large-scale phased regeneration schemes. Some of our iconic projects include the Corinthia Hotel, Churchills Old War Office and the Greenwich Peninsula.

We build homes, offices, hotels, schools, medical centres, parks, playgrounds - every facility our great city needs. And we do it with passion. With sensitivity. With style!

This role is a Commercial Lead.

To provide high contractual and commercial advice and support to their respective Project Surveyor(s) and commercial team(s).

You will required to adopt a hands-on approach in overseeing the commercial activities associated with the design and construction process of a multi-million-pound project.

The Project:

A £200 Million Residential superstructure will provide 462 apartments within seven new blocks. The tallest block, on the corner of West Cromwell and Warwick Road, rises to 33-storeys, making it one of the tallest buildings in the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea!

The new-build blocks are founded on top of an existing multi-storey car park, which will remain operational during the significant strengthening and alteration works needed to existing structure.

In addition to the new homes, the West Cromwell Road scheme will deliver commercial and retail space along with public realm improvements.

Main Responsibilities:

• Specifically, the position accepts responsibility for a single large project or multiple projects and for overseeing and delivery of the financial and commercial targets whilst always ensuring that best practice is employed so that; stated project objectives are followed, including budgetary controls, the maximisation of profit and maintenance of positive cash flow.
• The Project Surveyor and commercial team properly understand the procurement process and targets in securing the services of Sub-Contractors/Suppliers/Design Consultants, including the requirement to produce formal documentation for accurate representation of the financial and contractual position of work packages.
• The placement of robust Orders takes place before work commences in accordance with current company contractual arrangements occurs.
• Construction Directors and Project Managers and whenever appropriate Directors of the Company are provided with reliable advice on financial, progress and contractual related matters.
• The timely preparation and presentation of accurate internal cost and value reports occurs.
• Timely interim applications for payment, retention and final account applications occurs.
• Sub-Contractors and Suppliers are administered in accordance with the terms and conditions of company Sub-Contract arrangements.
• Notify Managing Surveyor, Construction Director and Project Manager of any commercial disagreements with Employer and Sub-Contractors / Suppliers.

We're Looking For:

• BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Chartered member of RICS
• Negotiation training
• Presentation skills
• CVR training
• Practical knowledge of ASTA PowerProjects or MS Projects 2013/2016

Example of Company Benefits (Dependent on role level)

• Competitive Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Pay scheme
• Medical Cover (Most pre-existing conditions are covered) - Dependent on role level
• Competitive holiday allowances, starting with 25 + bank holidays and going up to 29 days + Bank holidays (dependant on length of service), Day off on your birthday also included!
• Competitive pension scheme to help you for when you retire
• Life Assurance (Paying 4* your salary)
• Relevant professional membership fees paid and continued support with your professional growth and Learning.
• Generous Staff referral scheme, paying up to £3,500
• The opportunity to save up to 25% on your bike via the Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts on 100's of retailers and Gyms

Further Information About the Role

Kindly be aware that this advertisement for our job vacancy may not encompass all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described. It is subject to potential amendments at the sole discretion of Ardmore.

For a full role profile, please contact us directly at

Equal Opportunities

Ardmore are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender, reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy or maternity.

Reasonable adjustments

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