Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager – Required ASAP
Company: Well-Established Main Contractor
Location: Central London
Rate / Salary: £500-£600 per day (freelance) or £110,000-£130,000 per annum (plus package)
Engagement: Freelance / Temp-to-Perm / Permanent

Role Overview:

A well-established main contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to join their Central London office. The successful candidate will lead the delivery of a major project across the life sciences, commercial, education, and leisure sector, with values ranging from £50 million to £200 million.

This is a key role requiring expertise in both pre-construction and full project lifecycle management, ideally on high-value, complex new build, refurbishment, and fit-out schemes.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing financial reports and cost forecasts

Budget management and commercial risk control

Advising on contract and commercial strategy

Leading client and stakeholder engagement

Supporting dispute avoidance and resolution

Assessing compensation events and payment applications

Reviewing and managing subcontractor and supplier performance

Mentoring junior commercial staff

Preferred Experience:

Delivery of projects valued between £50m-£200m

Experience with PCSA (Pre-Construction Services Agreement)

Strong understanding of full project lifecycles

Proficiency in NEC and/or JCT contracts

Sector experience in life sciences, commercial, education, and leisure projects

Start Date: ASAP

If you're interested in this role or exploring other opportunities as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager, please contact:

Gareth Jeffrey
(phone number removed)

Note: All applications are treated with strict confidentiality. You will be contacted before your CV is submitted to any client. Due to high volumes of interest, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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