Senior / Lead Quantity Surveyor – Hyperscale Data Centre – West London
Salary/Package: Up to £110,000 all-in + pension, private medical and discretionary bonus
O’Neill and Brennan are currently working with a reputable main contractor who have an excellent pipeline of projects within the data centre sector and are looking to appoint an experienced Senior / Lead Quantity Surveyor to take commercial responsibility for a hyperscale data centre project in West London.
They are seeking a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in delivering large-scale projects within a main contracting environment. Previous data centre experience is not essential, making this an excellent opportunity for someone from a major construction, industrial or technically complex project background to move into one of the fastest-growing sectors in the industry.
Experience working on steel frame structures, industrial developments and major M&E packages would be advantageous, although the business is open to candidates with broader large-scale main contracting experience who can demonstrate strong commercial management capabilities.
With a solid pipeline of secured and upcoming work within the data centre space, the business can offer long-term career prospects, exposure to technically challenging projects and the opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of a major hyperscale development.
Role Overview:
Title: Senior / Lead Quantity Surveyor
Projects: Hyperscale data centre developments
Location: West London
Project Scale: Large-scale, technically complex construction project
Salary/Package: Up to £110,000 all-in, plus pension, private medical and discretionary bonuses
Type: Permanent
Start: ASAP, although the business can wait for the right candidate
Responsibilities:
Take commercial responsibility for allocated work packages or the wider project, depending on experience and seniority.
Manage the commercial lifecycle from procurement and subcontract negotiation through to valuations, variations and final accounts.
Lead subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, package reviews and commercial negotiations, ensuring value for money and appropriate risk allocation.
Prepare and manage monthly CVRs, cost reports, forecasts, budgets and cash flow projections.
Monitor project costs, profitability, commercial risks and opportunities, implementing appropriate measures to protect margins.
Manage variations, change control, compensation events where applicable and contractual correspondence.
Work closely with the Project Director, Project Manager, site teams and wider commercial function to support successful project delivery.
Review subcontractor applications for payment, valuations and final accounts, ensuring accuracy and contractual compliance.
Identify commercial risks, scope gaps and opportunities throughout the project lifecycle, providing clear recommendations to senior management.
Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers.
Support and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors and contribute to the development of the wider commercial team where appropriate.
Ensure robust commercial governance, reporting and contractual procedures are maintained throughout the project.
Requirements:
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Lead Quantity Surveyor or an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to step up within a main contracting environment.
Demonstrable experience working on large-scale construction projects for a main contractor is essential.
Strong commercial management experience, including procurement, subcontract administration, CVRs, forecasting, valuations, variations and final accounts.
Experience managing significant subcontract packages and negotiating commercial agreements.
A strong understanding of construction contracts, commercial risk management and cost control.
Ability to take ownership of commercial packages, manage competing priorities and work effectively…