Job Description
Job Opportunity: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - Main Contractor
Location: Site-Based in Swansea
Salary: £65,000 + Car Allowance
Projects: Cladding, Fire Remediation & Internal Refits
An established and well-respected main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager to take a lead role on a portfolio of key residential refurbishment projects in Swansea.
The position focuses on occupied high-rise buildings, delivering essential upgrades including:
1. External cladding replacement
2. Fire safety remediation
3. Internal kitchen, bathroom and communal area refurbishments
The company has built its reputation over five decades by adapting to changing standards in the industry, focusing on quality, and building strong internal teams. Today, it operates as a private business with a solid track record of delivering complex construction and remediation work.
Role Overview:
4. Lead the commercial management of large-scale residential schemes
5. Handle cost planning, valuations, variations and reporting
6. Work closely with project and delivery teams to ensure financial control
7. Manage client reporting, subcontractor accounts, and commercial risk
8. Mentor and oversee junior surveyors within the team
Candidate Requirements:
9. Proven experience as a QS or Commercial Manager with a main contractor
10. Background in cladding, fire safety, or refurbishment projects preferred
11. Solid contractual knowledge and commercial leadership skills
12. Capable of working independently and managing multiple workstreams
What's on Offer:
13. Salary of £65,000 + car allowance
14. Long-term, secured project pipeline
15. Opportunity to lead within a stable and experienced commercial team
16. A company that values quality delivery and modern working practices