Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager

My client is looking to cover a Maternity cover to start immediately, initially a 10 month contract it is expected that the role should become permanent at the end of that period.

Location: Office-based/Hybrid

Reporting to: Commercial Director

Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

We are seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial performance of allocated construction projects. This role involves managing valuations and applications, producing accurate cost value reconciliations (CVRs), monitoring project performance, and ensuring project margins are maintained. The successful candidate will provide commercial support to both the Commercial Director and Operations teams, ensuring robust financial reporting and client satisfaction.

• Collaborate with operations management to assess work requirements and costings.
• Support the Commercial Director in business development and maintaining client relationships.
• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure clarity and satisfaction.

• Prepare and maintain monthly valuations/applications in line with client deadlines.
• Oversee the end-to-end process for valuations, applications, and invoicing for each project.
• Work with credit control and operations teams to resolve outstanding or disputed accounts.

• Assist operations management in maximizing project value and monitor financial performance.
• Produce and maintain monthly CVRs, reconciling labour and material costs against project value.
• Manage and update the Payment Tracker to ensure timely and accurate reporting.

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within the construction industry.
• Familiarity with cloud-based software and digital recording tools is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of finance and contract management.
• Experience working with both internal teams and external clients.
• RICS-accredited degree (please include qualifications and dates on CV).

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• Flexible and proactive approach to tasks.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme
• Health care and life assurance
• Employee-centered benefits
• 5% Completion Bonus upon successful completion of the fixed-term contract
• Access to external training and qualifications, plus internal on-the-job training

Please submit your CV and apply now for this position.