A fast-growing contractor in the solar and renewables sector is seeking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor as part of a commercial team build that is at a very early stage. Backed by a £700m turnover group, with an excellent benefits package and clearly mapped progression routes, this is a genuine opportunity to get in early and build a long-term career as the business scales.
The business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to grow from £17m turnover last year to £50m within the next three years. Following rapid expansion, the company continues to invest in its people, systems and delivery capability. You will join a lean, agile commercial team, working closely with the Commercial Manager, gaining hands-on exposure, structured mentorship and early responsibility in a high-growth environment.
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits
Salary: £60,000 to £80,000 (DOE)
25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Pension scheme
Project bonus scheme
Company bonus scheme
4 years death in service cover
Critical illness cover
Regular team and companywide social events
Comprehensive in house and external training and development
Access to Udemy and other training platforms
Office facilities including stocked kitchen, shower, and gym
Charity fundraising days
Supportive, collaborative culture with clear progression pathways
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager Job Overview
Provide commercial leadership across a portfolio of projects and support strategic decision making
Own and improve monthly reporting, forecasting and margin protection processes
Lead subcontract strategy including procurement, negotiation, valuations and final accounts
Drive change control and commercial governance, ensuring consistency across projects
Support contract administration and commercial risk management
Work closely with operations to improve performance and reduce commercial leakage
Mentor and support junior commercial staff as the team grows
Help build a scalable commercial function, processes and best practice standards
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager Requirements
Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within a contractor environment
Strong track record managing reporting, forecasting, variations and final accounts
Process-driven and proactive, able to prevent issues through strong governance and documentation
Confident communicator with strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
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