Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager (Commercial Director Designate)Salary: £70,000 – £90,000 (DOE)Benefits: Excellent package + discretionary bonusLocation: Middlesbrough AreaThe Opportunity If you are a Senior QS or perhaps a Commercial Manager who sees themselves capable of becoming a Commercial Director within the next 5 years, we have a role that can genuinely offer that progression.This role is a succession plan for a Commercial Director who will be retiring within 5 years. So this isn't something that "might" happen like some other roles - it will happen because there will always be a need for a Commercial Director.The business are a growing developer who are well capitalised and looking to add third party capital to aid that growth. They are involved in various sectors such as industrial, commercial, PBSA, and Build-to-Rent (BTR) sectors. This is an exceptional career move for someone looking to shape a commercial function and leave a lasting impact.Key Responsibilities Lead and oversee all commercial activities across multiple live projects from pre‑construction to final account.Formulate, manage, and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cost‑to‑complete assessments to ensure projects remain financially controlled.Take ownership of procurement processes, tendering, subcontractor packages, valuations, and cost reporting.Manage and engage with subcontractors, including handling contractual matters, disputes, variations, and commercial challenges as they arise.Provide robust commercial governance, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated, and communicated effectively.Work closely with project managers, design teams, and wider stakeholders to drive value engineering and deliver cost efficiency.Prepare, maintain, and update accurate commercial documentation, financial reports, and progress forecasts.Advise senior leadership on commercial performance, strategic opportunities, and potential improvements.Represent the business professionally in negotiations and high‑level commercial discussions.Ideal Candidate Background: Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS, or Commercial Manager with strong main contractor experience (essential).Sector Experience: Industrial, commercial, PBSA, and/or BTR project exposure.Deep commercial and contractual knowledge with the capacity to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.Strong in cost planning, budget management, forecasting, and commercial reporting.Confident dealing with subcontractors and resolving contractual matters efficiently and professionally.Highly ambitious, driven, and motivated by career progression toward a senior leadership/director position.Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder‑management skills.What’s on Offer £70,000 – £90,000 salary depending on experience.Excellent benefits package + discretionary bonus.Genuine progression to Commercial Director within 5 years.Real opportunity to influence and shape the commercial strategic direction of the business.A supportive, forward-thinking environment that rewards high performance and long‑term commitment.