Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor

Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor
Location: Northern Home Counties
Salary: £110,(Apply online only)–£130,(Apply online only) + comprehensive package
Company: Leading Main Contractor / Developer
Start Date: ASAP
Engagement: Permanent Only

Overview

A leading main contractor / developer is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a major long-term infrastructure and mixed-use development in the Northern Home Counties.

The development will include large-scale civil engineering works, residential phases, commercial space, and associated infrastructure upgrades. This is a flagship, multi-year scheme offering excellent long-term career progression and senior-level responsibility.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing commercial functions across complex, high-value projects, ideally with exposure to infrastructure, regeneration, mixed-use, or major urban development schemes.

Key Responsibilities

Full commercial leadership across major phases of the project

Preparation of financial reports, forecasts, and cost plans

Budget and cost management across multiple work packages

Commercial risk identification and mitigation

Advising on procurement and commercial strategy

Oversight of subcontractor and supplier management

Assessment of variations, valuations, and payment applications

Leading client interface and stakeholder management

Supporting dispute avoidance and resolution

Managing, developing, and mentoring the project commercial team

Preferred Experience

Experience delivering major infrastructure, regeneration, mixed-use or large multi-phase projects

Proven track record on projects valued £50m–£200m+

Strong understanding of pre-construction, procurement, and full project lifecycles

Experience with JCT and/or NEC forms of contract

Background with a main contractor or developer

Ability to lead commercial functions autonomously and drive best practice

What’s on Offer

£110,(Apply online only)–£130,(Apply online only) + full package

Opportunity to work on a high-profile, multi-year development

Clear route to senior progression—including potential Commercial Lead for future phases

Stable, long-term role with a respected and well-funded organisation

Excellent working culture and long-term project pipeline

If you're interested in this position or would like to discuss other Buyer opportunities, please contact Gareth Jeffrey on (phone number removed), or send your CV via email (url removed)

All applications are handled in the strictest confidence. You will be contacted before your CV is shared with any client.

O’Neill and Brennan values diversity and promotes equality, All individuals will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed