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About Us
London Square is a leading residential and mixed‑use developer and Aldar‑owned company, delivering communities in well‑connected locations across Greater London. Since its establishment in 2010, the award‑winning company has delivered nearly 5,000 homes, including affordable housing through its independent provider Square Roots. Aldar and London Square are committed to creating world‑class developments anchored in high‑quality design, sustainability, and customer‑service excellence.
About the Role & Team
The Senior Commercial Manager will take ownership of the commercial strategy and cost management across multiple projects. This dual role combines hands‑on quantity surveying expertise with leadership responsibilities, ensuring financial control, contractual compliance, and commercial success. You will lead the commercial team, mentor junior staff, and act as a key advisor to senior management.
Key Responsibilities
* • Commercial Leadership: Drive the commercial strategy for residential projects, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
* • Cost Planning & Control: Develop and manage detailed cost plans, budgets, and forecasts.
* • Tendering & Procurement: Oversee tender processes, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier/subcontractor relationships.
* • Contract Administration: Ensure compliance with contracts, manage variations, claims, and dispute resolution.
* • Financial Reporting: Produce accurate monthly cost reports, cash‑flow forecasts, and final accounts for senior stakeholders.
* • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks throughout the project lifecycle.
* • Team Leadership: Mentor and develop quantity surveyors and commercial staff, promoting best practices and efficiency.
* • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams, providing strategic advice and updates.
Key Skills & Experience
* • Significant experience in residential construction, with at least 3 years in a senior/commercial lead role.
* • Proven leadership and team‑management experience.
* • Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
* • Proficiency in cost‑management software and MS Office Suite.
* • Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver under pressure.
* • Excellent commercial acumen and interpersonal skills.
* • Good construction knowledge and ability to delegate workload appropriately.
* • University degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
Benefits
* • Competitive compensation package, car allowance, and discretionary bonus.
* • Private medical insurance.
* • Group pension scheme and life insurance.
* • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, including a holiday trading scheme and long‑service days.
* • Dental cover with Bupa Employee Assistance.
* • Virtual GP service, salary‑sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles, cycle‑to‑work scheme, and gym‑membership corporate discounts.
* • Health cash plan and Perkpal (shopping discounts).
* • Tech scheme and payroll giving.
Our Commitment
London Square is a fresh, exciting and rewarding place to work. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require support as part of your application or need more information, please email us.
You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. London Square is not able to offer visa sponsorship.
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