Senior Quantity Surveyor

Commercial Manager – Main Contractor
Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Benefits
A respected and established main contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to take full ownership of the commercial function across retail, industrial, and commercial projects for high-profile blue-chip clients.
This is an excellent opportunity for an established Commercial Manager looking for a high-impact role, or a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up into a leadership position. You’ll lead a commercial team, drive project profitability and play a key role in shaping the future growth of the business.
Key Responsibilities
*
Take ownership of budgets, P&L, CVRs, and forecasting, ensuring projects remain profitable and commercially viable.
*
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs.
*
Oversee procurement, supply chain management, valuations, and variations across multiple workstreams.
*
Provide commercial reporting and insights to the senior leadership team.
*
Identify and mitigate commercial risks, ensuring compliance and protecting margins.
*
Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships to support repeat business.
Candidate Profile
*
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management (or equivalent).
*
10+ years’ construction experience with a proven track record in main contracting.
*
Strong experience in retail, industrial, and commercial environments, ideally with blue-chip clients.
*
Proven ability to lead or mentor junior QSs (formal management experience preferred, but ambitious Senior QSs will be considered).
*
Strong financial, contractual, and analytical skills.
*
Confident communicator, able to influence stakeholders and negotiate effectively.
Why Apply?
*
Step up from Senior QS or make your mark as a Commercial Manager.
*
Chance to shape and grow the commercial function within a forward-thinking contractor.
*
Deliver high-value projects for major clients with significant capex budgets.
*
Competitive package including car allowance and benefits