Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager (office-based)

Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Our client is seeking a Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the residential development sector. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong abilities in procurement, cost reporting, and contract administration, along with a keen aptitude for managing key work streams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Process:

  • Analyse design information to ensure it meets quality standards.
  • Review and adapt generic Scope of Works documents to ensure they are comprehensive and include project-specific contractor obligations.
  • Conduct detailed analysis of tender returns, ensuring comparisons are like for like.
  • Evaluate contractor inclusions/exclusions and address any discrepancies.
  • Assess risks, including provisional sums and re-measurable items, and report these to the business.
  • Ensure timely procurement to align with project timelines.

• Cost Reporting:

  • Provide timely and detailed cost reporting, identifying any monthly cost movements.
  • Recommend mitigation measures for rising costs and communicate financial risks using best/worst/likely scenarios.

• Contractor Payment Administration:

  • Review monthly contractor payment applications and issue timely payment certificates.
  • Monitor variations and issue Pay Less Notices when necessary.

• Trade Contractor Administration:

  • Administer trade contractor agreements and engage with key contractors to address financial and project concerns.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the residential development sector.
• Ability to work primarily from the office, with 2 days per week on-site (Surrey, Sussex, Kent).

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization, with potential for senior roles.

If you are looking to grow your career within a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!