Quantity Surveyor

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor with a strong background in industrial construction projects to join our growing team. The successful candidate will oversee the commercial and contractual management of industrial developments from pre-construction through to final account settlement. This role is ideally suited to someone with proven experience delivering warehouses, distribution centres, manufacturing facilities, logistics hubs, data centres, or large-scale steel-frame industrial builds.

The candidate must be commercially astute, highly organised, and capable of managing multiple stakeholders while protecting project profitability and contractual compliance.

• Manage all commercial aspects of industrial construction projects.
• Prepare, review, and administer contracts and subcontracts.
• Monitor project costs, cash flow, valuations, variations, and forecasts.
• Prepare monthly CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations).
• Ensure projects are delivered within budget and maximise commercial performance.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Negotiate subcontractor packages and procurement schedules.
• Lead final account negotiations with clients and subcontractors.

• Produce accurate cost plans, estimates, and tender analysis.
• Manage applications for payment and certification processes.
• Assess and value variations, change orders, and compensation events.
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and payments.
• Maintain accurate project records and commercial documentation.

• Work closely with project managers, site teams, design consultants, and clients.
• Attend project meetings and provide commercial updates.
• Support procurement and supply chain management.
• Ensure contractual obligations and notices are managed correctly.
• Assist with dispute resolution and claims management where required.

• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and company procedures.
• Produce regular commercial reports for senior management.
• Support continuous improvement in commercial systems and controls.

• Minimum 5+ years experience in a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor role.
• Proven experience delivering industrial construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of:
  Steel-frame industrial units
• Warehousing and logistics facilities
• Groundworks and civils packages
• Cladding and roofing systems
• M&E coordination within industrial environments
• Experience administering JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Excellent cost management and forecasting skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and commercial management software.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Construction Management.
• MRICS or working toward chartership.
• Experience with design & build contracts.
• Experience managing projects valued £5m £50m+.