Describe a time when you identified a major commercial risk or cost-saving opportunity on a live project. What actions did you take, and what measurable impact did it have on the project’s final outcome?
When managing CVRs and financial forecasts across multiple workstreams, how do you ensure accuracy, transparency, and early visibility of potential budget deviations?
Talk me through your approach to subcontract procurement from initial tender through negotiation to final account sign-off. How do you balance cost, scope clarity, and relationship management?
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced commercial professional to join a high-performing team delivering complex, high-value industrial projects across the North East. In this role, you will take ownership of the commercial and contractual performance of live projects, ensuring strong financial governance, effective cost management, and seamless subcontractor coordination.
You will play a key role in driving profitability, maintaining compliance, strengthening client relationships, and supporting strategic decision-making through accurate financial reporting and forecasting.
Key Responsibilities
Support and collaborate with site-based commercial teams across MSIP and E&I project portfolios
Prepare, manage, and present detailed cost reports, CVRs, budgets, and financial forecasts
Lead subcontractor procurement processes, including tendering, negotiation, contract administration, and final accounts
Ensure full compliance with contractual terms, commercial regulations, and internal governance procedures
Work closely with clients, subcontractors, and internal project stakeholders to maintain smooth commercial communication
Identify commercial risks and opportunities to improve project margins and cash flow
Oversee project cash management, valuations, variations, and payment applications
Contribute to monthly commercial reviews, performance reporting, and strategic analysis
You will have the following qualifications & experience:
Proven experience in a commercial or quantity surveying role within construction or industrial environments
Strong analytical capabilities with a track record of effective financial control and reporting
Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (RICS accreditation advantageous)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel for detailed financial modelling
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and commercial awareness
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.
Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business