Senior Associate - Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor
Location: London
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor to lead pre-contract commercial activities on a major energy interconnector infrastructure project. This role focuses on driving the pre-contract strategy, establishing commercial evaluation frameworks, negotiating with tier-one bidders, and managing the procurement process through to contract award.
Key Responsibilities
- Pre-Contract Strategy & Setup: Design, establish, and implement robust commercial evaluation models and standard conditions of contract tailored to major energy infrastructure schemes.
- Tender & Commercial Evaluation: Lead the rigorous commercial analysis and evaluation of bidder submissions to ensure value, compliance, and alignment with project objectives.
- Contract Negotiations: Drive high-level commercial negotiations with prospective bidders, resolving commercial queries and refining contractual terms up to final contract award.
- Risk & Financial Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks during the procurement phase, setting up effective post-contract change management and cost control frameworks.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key commercial advisor, interfacing seamlessly across multi-disciplinary project teams, legal advisors, and joint venture client organizations.
Requirements & Experience
- Industry Experience: Extensive background operating as a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor within major energy, utility, or interconnector infrastructure projects. Experience working with or alongside major transmission system operators or energy joint ventures is highly desirable.
- Pre-Contract Expertise: Proven track record leading pre-contract commercial operations from model development through to tender evaluations and contract execution.
- Contractual Knowledge: Deep expertise in drafting and negotiating complex standard construction and engineering contracts (e.g., NEC, FIDIC, or bespoke infrastructure agreements).
- Leadership & Professional Standing: Strong negotiation, analytical, and client-facing skills with a track record of operating at a Senior Associate level. Professional chartership (e.g., MRICS) is preferred.
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Senior Associate Commercial Manager/Quantity Surveyor employer: Monroe International
Join a leading UK construction business in the East Midlands, where you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across various sectors, including education and healthcare. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, professional development, and a competitive benefits package, this company fosters a collaborative work culture that encourages growth and innovation. As a Senior Estimator, you will not only contribute to landmark developments but also enjoy clear career progression opportunities within a market-leading firm.
