Commercial Manager / Managing QS Location: Head Office, South Woodford (office-based, Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00, no hybrid working) Salary: £100,000+ depending on experience and suitability Package allowance: £10,000 to use as you wish (car allowance, private healthcare, etc.) Start date: To be confirmed Reports to: Business Manager (or relevant Company Director) The role A senior opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial performance of a division with an annual turnover of approx. £40m. You’ll lead a team of 5 QSs and be accountable for the commercial, financial and contractual control of the division, maximising profitability while protecting the company’s legal and contractual position. Key responsibilities Leadership and strategy * Line manage all QSs in the division, ensuring new starters work professionally with clients and suppliers * Lead financial strategy at contract establishment stage and manage the approach with the QS teams * Hold regular project reviews with site teams and the operational lead, working directly with clients where needed Profit and performance * Maximise profit on all live schemes, identifying every opportunity for variations and specification changes to improve margin * Own profitability reporting for the division, ensuring it is accurate and robust, with risks and opportunities discussed monthly with the Ops Manager and Regional Director * Ensure monthly billings are accurate and realistic, and report on major movements in projections * Produce a risk and opportunity adjusted financial report each month for internal management * Manage cash collection and invoicing of accrued income * Manage cost allocations across regional overheads and directly costed staff * Manage “red flag” reports, chasing outstanding issues and reporting progress Supply chain and procurement * Set up regional supply chain deals with the central procurement department * Maximise sub-contract buying gains, working with the Ops Manager on sub-contractor selection at contract set-up * Manage supply chain performance, ensuring prompt payment and compliance with our Commitments to Subcontractors * Work with Regional Director and Bid teams to ensure a fair split of work between estimating and operations Risk, tenders and disputes * Identify and manage financial risk, particularly when working in new areas or with new suppliers, and on complex contract issues such as TUPE * Work with the Ops Manager, Regional Director and legal department on live and potential disputes * Establish accurate delivery cost data and ensure real costs are built into live tenders * Attend financial tender adjudication reviews to discuss risks and opportunities About you * Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or senior/Managing QS * Experience leading and developing a team of QSs * Strong knowledge of contract administration, valuations, applications and cost reporting * Commercially sharp, with experience of variations, margin improvement and dispute management * Confident communicator at all levels, from site teams to clients and directors What we offer * Salary of £100k+ depending on experience * £10k package allowance * Fuel card * 3% employer pension contribution * 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional time off at Christmas * Annual discretionary pay and bonus reviews * Equipment supplied as required
Managing Quantity Surveyor/ Commerical Manager employer: McLaren Resourcing
Join a dynamic fire and sprinkler company in Paddington, where your role as a Commercial Administrator will be pivotal in supporting industrial infrastructure projects. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values employee growth, offering opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum. With a focus on teamwork and innovation, our office environment encourages meaningful contributions and ensures that every team member plays a vital role in our success.
