Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor (High-End Residential)

Job Title

Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor (High-End Residential)

Location

Mayfair / Knightsbridge, London

Salary

£70,000 – £75,000 per annum

ASAP start available

Overview

We are working with a well-established construction consultancy specialising in high-end residential projects for private clients across prime central London. Due to continued growth, the Director is seeking an experienced commercial professional to take ownership of project and team management, allowing him to focus on strategic business development.

This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone from a Quantity Surveying background who has delivered projects from inception to completion under JCT contracts and is confident leading both people and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Project Leadership

Lead high-end residential projects from pre-contract through to final account

Take full commercial responsibility for assigned projects

Prepare, manage, and control project budgets and cost plans

Produce detailed cost reporting and financial forecasts

Administer and manage JCT contracts

Oversee variations, valuations, payments, and final accounts

Proactively troubleshoot commercial and project issues as they arise

Team & Stakeholder Management

Line manage a small in-house team of approximately 5 staff

Oversee and coordinate subcontractors and external consultants

Act as a key point of contact for private clients, maintaining strong relationships

Provide leadership, mentoring, and day-to-day guidance to the commercial team

Take responsibility for workload planning and project resourcing

Strategic Support

Relieve the Director of day-to-day operational and team management

Contribute to improving internal processes and commercial controls

Support business growth through consistent project delivery and client satisfaction

Requirements

Strong QS / commercial background (Commercial Manager, SQS, or Associate Director level)

Proven experience delivering high-end residential projects

Extensive experience working under JCT contracts

Demonstrable experience managing projects from start to finish

Confident managing teams and leading projects independently

Strong experience in budgeting, cost control, and cost reporting

Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve commercial and project challenges

Excellent communication and client-facing skills

Comfortable working with demanding private clients in prime central London

What’s on Offer

£72,000 salary

Senior level autonomy and influence within the business

Opportunity to step into a key leadership role

High-quality residential projects in Mayfair and Knightsbridge

Immediate start available