Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead
Location: Leeds
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 + Car Allowance
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Company
I am working with a well-established design and build contractor specialising in high-end commercial interiors. With a state-of-the-art head office and showroom, they deliver workplace, hospitality, healthcare and education fit-out and refurbishment projects throughout the UK. Known for their collaborative approach, they foster long-term relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
Role Overview
They are seeking to appoint an experienced and well-rounded Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead to oversee a major hotel fit-out project in Manchester city centre, due to commence in July 2025 and run through to January 2026. Valued at circa £5m, this project will be your immediate focus, followed by an opportunity to influence the commercial infrastructure of the business and take a leadership role in the development of internal systems and strategy. This role offers a clear pathway to Commercial Manager and Commercial Director level.
Key Responsibilities
Full commercial management of a major high-end hotel fit-out project from pre-construction through to final account
Develop and implement commercial procedures, systems, and controls across the business
Manage procurement, subcontractor negotiation, and contract administration
Track and report on project costs, cash flow, and profitability
Build positive working relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, consultants and internal delivery teams
Support project delivery with accurate forecasting, timely valuations, and risk mitigation
Champion value engineering and project cost savings without compromising on quality
Requirements
Proven UK experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead in fit-out, refurbishment, or interiors contracting
Excellent knowledge of UK construction contracts and commercial best practice
Friendly, adaptable and relationship-focused approach to stakeholder engagement
Able to lead on variation management, but with a balanced and collaborative mindset
Commercially ambitious and eager to grow into a senior leadership role
Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites as required
What's on Offer
Competitive salary package of £60,000 - £65,000 + car allowance
Full-time permanent role with excellent career progression
High-profile project involvement from day one
Supportive and people-focused company culture
Opportunity to shape the commercial strategy of a growing contractor