About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and driven Managing Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team. In this key leadership role, you’ll provide comprehensive commercial support to our delivery teams across multiple frameworks and complex contract types. You’ll be responsible for maintaining a strong commercial position for the business, ensuring timely reporting, and supporting continuous improvement across all stages of the project lifecycle.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering value, accuracy, and commercial excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Framework Management
* Provide commercial leadership and oversight across a range of frameworks and contract types.
* Review and negotiate contracts to secure favourable terms for the business.
* Ensure swift contract set-up to provide key stakeholders with timely access to critical project information.
Reporting & Financial Management
* Complete accurate and timely internal monthly financial reports and cashflow forecasts.
* Provide insights and support to delivery teams and management to assist with business-wide reporting cycles.
* Deliver monthly KPI and financial reports to customers, ensuring full compliance with contractual deadlines.
Project Lifecycle Management
* Manage a portfolio of projects from contract award through to final account.
* Provide ongoing commercial advice to delivery teams and ensure compliance with contractual requirements.
* Attend pre-let and customer commercial meetings, ensuring transparency and proactive communication.
* Oversee supplier and subcontractor orders to maintain budgetary control and identify potential savings.
Estimating & Change Control
* Prepare and submit quotations and variations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to contract rates.
* Implement effective change control processes with delivery teams and ensure turnaround within set deadlines.
Invoicing & Cashflow
* Prepare and issue invoices and applications for payment in line with contractual and progress requirements.
* Liaise closely with customers and credit control to ensure timely approvals and payments.
* Maintain accurate retention and payment records, resolving any queries swiftly.
Team & Departmental Support
* Line management and supporting the teams professional development.
* Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to other commercial team members.
* Support the Commercial Manager with departmental initiatives and the implementation of best practice.
Information Security
* Act responsibly with information systems and report any suspicious or unusual activity in line with company policy.
At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Requirements
Essential:
* Strong knowledge and experience of NEC contracts.
* Proven ability to manage commercial aspects of projects from contract award to final account.
* Competent in MS Excel (advanced)
* Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
* Completer-finisher with excellent attention to detail.
* Strong communicator across all mediums.
* Highly organised, self-motivated, and able to perform under pressure.
* Collaborative team player with integrity, flexibility, and commitment.
Desirable:
* Background in mechanical and/or electrical engineering
* Previous experience in the water industry
* Demonstrated management experience, with the ability to coach and lead others.
* Problem solver with a proactive approach and a drive for continuous improvement.
Benefits
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES
RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being.
We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.
We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:
* Competitive salaries
* Health cash plan with Healthshield
* Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Employee Discount Scheme
* Bike 2 Work scheme
* Training and development opportunities
* Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
* Employee recognition schemes
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace