Location: London, United Kingdom
Start Date: 24 April 2026
A leading global consultancy is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join its fast expanding Data Centre team in London. This is an opportunity to work on some of the most technically complex and high-value hyperscale developments in Europe, supporting world-class clients at the forefront of digital infrastructure.
You will take a key commercial role across major data centre programmes, managing cost from early-stage advisory through to delivery. Working alongside project managers, engineers, and client teams, you will provide strategic cost planning, procurement leadership, and commercial oversight on fast-paced, mission-critical projects.
Key Responsibilities
Lead cost planning, benchmarking, and commercial strategy for large-scale data centre projects
Manage procurement processes, including tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier engagement
Provide accurate reporting, forecasting, and risk management across project lifecycles
Drive value engineering and cost optimisation without compromising programme or quality
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, supporting key commercial decisions
Oversee contract administration and manage change control effectively
Requirements
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor on major construction projects (data centre experience strongly preferred)
Background within a consultancy or client-side environment
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to manage complex, high-value packages
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
MRICS (or working towards) preferred
What’s on Offer
Exposure to flagship hyperscale data centre developments
Clear progression within a high-performing, growing sector
Collaborative, forward-thinking working environment
Competitive salary and benefits package
This role offers a chance to be part of a sector driving global digital growth, delivering projects that demand precision, pace, and technical excellence.
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