Senior Quantity Surveyor/ Commercial Lead

We are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor (Senior QS) to join a construction and groundworks business on a permanent basis, offering a basic salary of £95,000–£110,000 (depending on experience) + bonus scheme. This is a high-impact role for an experienced commercial professional looking to take ownership of project profitability and commercial performance.

Job description
As a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead, you will be responsible for the financial and commercial management of multiple construction projects, ensuring profitability, cost control, and contract compliance across the full project lifecycle.

This is a senior-level construction QS role with a strong focus on contract management, cost reporting, and stakeholder engagement, working closely with Project Managers, Finance, and Directors.

Key responsibilities include:

* Acting as the commercial lead across multiple projects

* Managing project profitability, cost control, and financial performance

* Overseeing applications for payment (AFP), valuations, and variations

* Maintaining variation trackers and ensuring all entitlements are captured

* Producing monthly CVR (Cost Value Reconciliation) reports

* Managing retentions, payments, and commercial deadlines

* Leading subcontractor procurement and contract management

* Ensuring contracts (NEC / JCT) are administered effectively

* Attending client meetings and site visits

* Building strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders

* Supporting and developing junior commercial staff

* Reporting weekly to senior leadership and finance teams

Pay & Benefits:

* £95,000 – £110,000 salary

* Bonus Scheme

* EBITDA Share

* 20 days holiday + bank holidays

* Full-time role with long-term career progression available

* Opportunity to work in a growing, dynamic construction business

Working Hours:

* Monday to Friday

* 07:30 – 16:30 (roughly)

* 40 hours per week (flexibility required based on project needs)

Requirements:

* Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

* Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts

* Background in construction / groundworks (essential)

* RICS Accredited

* Experience managing project finances, CVRs, and variations

* Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills

* Ability to build strong client and stakeholder relationships

* Full UK driving licence
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed