Commercial Manager

Reference: 4801622Job ID: 5396683Posted: 2026-06-01Closing date: 2026-08-31Location: EdinburghSalary: Annual Salary and BonusJob type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Construction - Building ProjectsCompany: HaysConsultant: Ronan MulryHays office: Edinburgh — 4th Floor, 2 Lochrin Square, 96 FountainbridgePhone: 01316038370Email: ronan.mulry@hays.comCommercial LeadEdinburgh | Bespoke Residential Developer | Projects up to 50mYour new company A well-established, bespoke property developer based in Edinburgh, specialising in high-quality residential, hotel, and Build-to-Rent (BTR) developments. With a reputation for delivering complex refurbishment and redevelopment schemes, they manage projects up to 50m and pride themselves on a collaborative, high-performing culture driven by experienced professionals.Your new role Due to continued growth, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Quantity Surveyor to step into a leadership role. You will take ownership of a small, highly capable commercial team, leading four experienced Quantity Surveyors across a portfolio of refurbishment-led projects.This is a strategic yet hands-on role where you will oversee cost management, procurement, and commercial delivery while providing guidance and leadership to an already established team. The focus is on maintaining high standards, ensuring consistency, and driving best practice across projects rather than redefining existing processes.What you'll need to succeedProven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within construction or property developmentStrong background in refurbishment projects, ideally within residential, hotels or BTR sectorsLeadership experience or clear capability to manage and mentor a teamHigh levels of emotional intelligence with the ability to influence, support and develop othersCommercial awareness and a pragmatic, solutions-driven approachAmbition to grow within a high-quality, design-led developer environmentThis role would suit someone who is confident leading from the front, but equally understands the value of empowering a knowledgeable and experienced team.What you'll get in returnCompetitive salary packageAttractive bonus structureOpportunity to work on flagship developments up to 50mLeadership position within a respected bespoke developerStrong pipeline of Edinburgh-based projects offering long-term stability and growthWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ or contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4801622 - Ronan Mulry