Managing Quantity SurveyorManchester | Up to 85,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus + Private HealthcareReady to take ownership of a growing commercial function and position yourself for a future Commercial Manager opportunity?
Our client is a thriving construction contractor experiencing sustained growth, with a strong pipeline of projects across the Commercial, Industrial, Leisure and Education sectors. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their Manchester office and play a key role in shaping the commercial success of the business.
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute professional who wants more than project delivery. You'll influence business strategy, mentor the next generation of surveyors and become a key part of the senior leadership team.
With the current Commercial Manager approaching retirement, the successful candidate will be well-positioned to progress into an even more senior leadership role in the future.
The RoleReporting directly to the Commercial Manager and Directors, you will take responsibility for the commercial performance of multiple projects while helping drive business growth and profitability.
Working across projects predominantly in Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds, with occasional UK-wide schemes, you'll oversee both pre-construction and live project delivery whilst providing commercial leadership across the wider team.
Key ResponsibilitiesCommercial Strategy & ProfitabilityDevelop and implement commercial strategies to maximise project profitability Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities Ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and target margins Oversee valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts Drive commercial performance across multiple projectsPre-Construction & Tendering LeadershipLead the commercial elements of new project opportunities Oversee estimates, cost planning and tender submissions Develop procurement strategies Support contract negotiations and project acquisition Contribute to the business's ongoing growth strategyTeam Leadership & DevelopmentMentor and support Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff Provide guidance on commercial best practice Promote consistent reporting and commercial processes Assist in developing a high-performing commercial teamClient & Stakeholder ManagementBuild and maintain strong relationships with key clients Manage relationships with subcontractors, consultants and supply chain partners Work closely with Directors on commercial reporting and business planning Act as a senior commercial representative for the businessProjects & ClientsThe company secures new projects on a regular basis and delivers schemes across: Commercial Industrial Leisure EducationA major client is Center Parcs, with projects delivered throughout the UK and values reaching 5 million.
Other developments range up to 15 million and include a diverse portfolio of refurbishment and new-build projects.
About YouProven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead within the construction industry Strong knowledge of JCT contracts and commercial management principles Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously Excellent leadership and mentoring abilities Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills Commercially driven with the ability to influence business performance Full UK Driving LicenceWhat's on Offer?
Salary up to 85,000Car allowance Annual bonus Private healthcare Clear pathway towards a future Commercial Manager position High-profile projects across the UK Strong pipeline of secured work Mix of office-based work and site visits Supportive leadership team and genuine progression opportunities Interviews taking place now Start available before Christmas or January 2027 at the latestApply NowThis is a rare opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional to join a growing contractor, influence the direction of the business, and position themselves for a future senior leadership role.
Apply today for a confidential discussion.
Discipline(s): Construction & PropertyDuration: 2.0Job type: Permanent
Managing Quantity Surveyor in Manchester employer: Time Recruitment Solutions
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