At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead commercial management on a landmark life science facility project.
- Company: Top-tier main contractor with a focus on innovative builds.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, travel perks, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Flexible benefits, personal development opportunities, and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Join a high-profile project and make a significant impact in the life sciences sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in quantity surveying and knowledge of JCT contracts preferred.
The predicted salary is between 95000 - 108000 £ per year.
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - One North Quay (Life Science Facility) Canary Wharf, London Permanent Up to 95k (SQS) / Up to 108k (CM) + Benefits
Our client, a leading main contractor, is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor - or a Commercial Manager for the right candidate - to join their team on a landmark life science facility at One North Quay, Canary Wharf.
You’ll take ownership of commercial management on a high‑profile life science build, working closely with the operational team to protect and maximise contractual entitlements.
Depending on experience, this role could suit someone ready to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a safety‑first culture across all project activities
- Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and company processes
- Understand contract terms and manage commercial risks and opportunities under a bespoke contract (similar in structure to JCT)
- Maintain accurate records to support contractual entitlements
- Prepare and submit applications, securing payment and variations
- Manage subcontract accounts through to final account
- Monitor progress and provide accurate commercial reporting
- Support negotiation and settlement of the final account with the client
- For CM‑level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial team and project commercial strategy
- What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial/complex build environments
- Experience working on life science, laboratory, or high‑specification technical builds is highly advantageous
- Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
- Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
- Good working knowledge of JCT contracts, or bespoke contracts based on JCT principles
- Candidates with Commercial Manager‑level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher package
- Salary & Benefits
- Salary negotiable, in line with similar senior commercial roles
- 300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
- Travel allowance (details available from the hiring manager)
- Project bonus scheme (details available from the hiring manager)
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
- Private healthcare
- 24/7 employee assistance programme
- Flexible benefits and discounts
- Personal development programme
To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation.
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