Commercial Manager / Managing QS
đź“Ť W11, London (Site-Based)
💰 £85,000 – £105,000 + Package (DOE)
🏗️ £70m+ Refurb / Retrofit Scheme (Social Housing)
The Role — Straight Up
You’re not coming in to “support”.
You’re coming in to run the commercial function on a major London project.
You’ll lead a small team, take control of the numbers, deal with clients, and make sure the job lands properly — commercially and operationally.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Lead and manage a team (SQS & AQS level)
* Full commercial responsibility across the project lifecycle
* Subcontractor procurement & package management
* CVRs, cashflow, cost control & reporting
* Client, subcontractor & supplier negotiations
* Contract administration (JCT / NEC)
* Raising orders, valuations, payment certs
* Managing subcontract accounts end to end
* Issuing contractual notices correctly and on time
* Driving performance, standards, and accountability
What They Actually Want
* 10+ years in commercial / QS roles
* Strong Main Contractor background
* Experience running large-scale projects (£40m–£70m+)
* Confident leading teams (2–5 people)
* Solid understanding of JCT & NEC contracts
* Strong negotiator — not just technically good
* Comfortable being client-facing
Bonus points if you’ve worked in social housing / refurbishment.
The Type of Person
* Gets on with it
* Organised, commercially sharp, and accountable
* Good with people — clients, teams, supply chain
* Can handle pressure
* Knows how to run a job, not just report on one
The Setup
* Site-based role with flexibility where needed - Hybrid 1 day wfh
* Long-term, high-value project
* Proper backing from senior leadership
* Real autonomy — not micromanaged
Why This Is Worth a Look
Most roles at this level are the same:
Same wording. Same promises. Same reality.This one is different because you’re actually being trusted to own it....so great for personal development and carreer progression.
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