Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor

Commercial Manager / Managing QS 📍 W11, London (Site-Based) 💰 £85,000 – £105,000 + Package (DOE) 🏗️ £70m+ Refurb / Retrofit Scheme (Social Housing) The Role — Straight Up You’re not coming in to “support”. You’re coming in to run the commercial function on a major London project. You’ll lead a small team, take control of the numbers, deal with clients, and make sure the job lands properly — commercially and operationally. What You’ll Be Doing * Lead and manage a team (SQS & AQS level) * Full commercial responsibility across the project lifecycle * Subcontractor procurement & package management * CVRs, cashflow, cost control & reporting * Client, subcontractor & supplier negotiations * Contract administration (JCT / NEC) * Raising orders, valuations, payment certs * Managing subcontract accounts end to end * Issuing contractual notices correctly and on time * Driving performance, standards, and accountability What They Actually Want * 10+ years in commercial / QS roles * Strong Main Contractor background * Experience running large-scale projects (£40m–£70m+) * Confident leading teams (2–5 people) * Solid understanding of JCT & NEC contracts * Strong negotiator — not just technically good * Comfortable being client-facing Bonus points if you’ve worked in social housing / refurbishment. The Type of Person * Gets on with it * Organised, commercially sharp, and accountable * Good with people — clients, teams, supply chain * Can handle pressure * Knows how to run a job, not just report on one The Setup * Site-based role with flexibility where needed - Hybrid 1 day wfh * Long-term, high-value project * Proper backing from senior leadership * Real autonomy — not micromanaged Why This Is Worth a Look Most roles at this level are the same: Same wording. Same promises. Same reality.This one is different because you’re actually being trusted to own it....so great for personal development and carreer progression. Apply now