Step Into a Key Commercial Role with Career Progression
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor ready to take your career to the next level?
We’re seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team, managing the financial and contractual performance of façade and cladding projects from start to finish. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, while building strong client relationships and supporting the growth of the commercial department.
This role offers structured progression into a Commercial Manager position, making it a fantastic opportunity for someone with ambition and leadership potential.
Why This Role is Exciting
✨ Direct impact on the commercial success of multiple projects
✨ Opportunity to develop into a leadership role within 6 -18 months
✨ Work closely with operations, design, and procurement teams
✨ Build strong, long-term client relationships
✨ Early finish every Friday for better work-life balance
Key Responsibilities
Project Commercial Management
* Manage allocated projects to ensure they meet budgets and commercial targets
* Maintain cost visibility and financial control throughout the project lifecycle
Contract Administration
* Review contracts (JCT, NEC, bespoke) to protect commercial interests
* Support negotiations and ensure obligations are met
Valuations & Applications
* Prepare and submit monthly payment applications
* Monitor certifications and manage under-certification risks
Variations Management
* Identify, price, and negotiate variations promptly
* Maintain variation registers to protect project margins
Cost Control & Reporting
* Monitor project costs against budgets
* Assist with monthly commercial reports and WIP updates
Final Account Management
* Manage final account process progressively to achieve early agreement
* Resolve commercial issues before project completion
Risk Management & Collaboration
* Identify and escalate commercial risks, particularly on high-value projects
* Work closely with operations, design, estimating, and procurement teams
Client Relationship Management
* Build professional relationships with clients, main contractors, and consultants
* Represent the company professionally and commercially
Supporting Commercial Team Development
* Share best practices and mentor junior Quantity Surveyors
* Assist in improving commercial processes and systems
Who We’re Looking For
Essential:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor
* Strong understanding of construction contracts (JCT, NEC, bespoke)
* Excellent commercial judgment and cashflow awareness
* Ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail
* Strong communication and negotiation skills
Desirable:
* Construction-related qualifications
* Knowledge of financials and commercial strategy
* Experience mentoring or leading junior QS staff
Personal Attributes:
* Self-motivated with high attention to detail
* Calm under pressure, resilient, and solutions-focused
* Leads by example with integrity
* Able to make smart commercial decisions without compromising client relationships
Our Values
We work by putting customers first, maintaining integrity in all decisions, and balancing project detail with the bigger picture. You’ll need to think like a business owner: “What would you do if this was your company?”
Why Join Us
This is more than a Senior Quantity Surveyor role, it’s a career development opportunity for someone aiming to step into commercial leadership. If you’re ambitious, commercially-minded, and ready to take ownership, you’ll thrive here.