Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor – Main Contractor

Location: East London
Salary: £100,000+ Depending on Experience
Package: £10,000 Flexible Benefits Allowance + Fuel Card + Bonus
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm (Office Based)

The Company

Our client is an established and highly regarded main contractor operating across London and the South East, delivering a diverse range of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects.

Due to continued business development and an internal restructuring, they are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor to take overall responsibility for the commercial performance of a key division within the business.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor in a senior leadership position, with direct influence over the commercial strategy, profitability and ongoing success of the division.

The Role

Reporting to senior management, the successful candidate will take full commercial responsibility for a division generating approximately £40 million in annual turnover, managing an established team of five Quantity Surveyors.

The position requires a commercially astute individual with a strong main contracting background, capable of overseeing multiple projects, managing commercial risk, maximising profitability and ensuring robust financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

Take overall responsibility for the commercial performance, financial management and profitability of a £40m division.

Lead, manage and develop an established team of five Quantity Surveyors, providing guidance and commercial support across live projects.

Oversee all commercial and contractual aspects of multiple construction projects from contract award through to final account.

Implement commercial strategies to maximise project profitability, identify opportunities and minimise financial exposure.

Manage and review monthly cost reports, CVRs, financial forecasts, cash flow and divisional profitability.

Work closely with Operations Managers, Directors and project teams to identify and manage commercial risks.

Oversee subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, appointments, valuations and final accounts.

Identify and maximise opportunities arising from variations, specification changes and additional works.

Support the development and management of regional supply chain relationships, ensuring competitive procurement.

Manage contractual matters, commercial disputes and potential claims, working alongside operational and legal teams.

Ensure accurate monthly applications, valuations, invoicing and cash collection.

Support estimating and pre-construction teams with tender adjudications, cost analysis and commercial risk assessments.

Monitor financial performance across the division, providing accurate reporting to senior management.

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Manager with a proven track record working for a recognised main contractor.

Essential Experience:

Strong background in main contracting, ideally across construction, refurbishment and/or fit-out projects.

Previous experience managing and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors.

Proven ability to oversee the commercial performance of multiple projects simultaneously.

Experience managing substantial divisional turnover or a significant portfolio of construction projects.

Excellent understanding of construction contracts, subcontractor procurement and commercial risk management.

Strong knowledge of cost reporting, CVRs, forecasting, variations and final accounts.

Ability to work closely with operational management and senior directors to drive commercial performance.

Strong leadership, communication and negotiation skills.

Commercially focused, organised and capable of working autonomously.

A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a construction-related discipline would be advantageous.

Salary & Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a highly competitive remuneration package, including:

Basic Salary: £100,000+ depending on experience and suitability.

Flexible Benefits Allowance: £10,000 per annum, which can be allocated towards a car allowance, private healthcare or other benefits.

Fuel Card: Supplied.

Pension: 3% employer contribution.

Annual Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews.

Annual Leave: 22 days plus bank holidays.

Christmas Leave: Additional discretionary time off over the Christmas period.

Equipment: All necessary equipment supplied.

This is a full-time, office-based position at the company's head office in South Woodford, East London, working Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm.

Apply Now

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager or Managing Quantity Surveyor seeking a senior leadership position with responsibility for a significant and established division.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please apply with your updated CV or contact Invision Recruitment

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