Commercial Manager

McLaren Resourcing LLP; Ilford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible allowance (£10,000)

Fuel card

Employer pension 3%

22 days' annual leave

Christmas time off

Discretionary bonus reviews

Job summary

McLaren Resourcing LLP is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor for our London area office. The role leads a team of five QS and drives the commercial performance of a £40m turnover division, overseeing financial control, risk management and client relations.

You will develop commercial strategies to maximise profitability, manage variations and supervise monthly reporting, cash collection and supplier contracts.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in construction projects.
• Proven track record in contract management and financial control.
• Experience leading a team of Quantity Surveyors.
• Ability to develop commercial strategies to improve margins.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of five Quantity Surveyors.
• Take overall responsibility for the commercial and financial performance of the division.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximise profitability and margins.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, forecasting, cost control and profit projections.
• Identify and manage variations, specification changes and additional revenue opportunities.
• Monitor applications, valuations, invoicing, accrued income and cash collection.
• Manage contractual risks, commercial disputes and complex contract issues.
• Develop supply chain agreements and maximise subcontract procurement savings.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, payment processes and contractual compliance.
• Work closely with operational teams, estimating departments and senior management.
• Attend tender adjudication meetings and provide commercial input on costs, risks and opportunities.
• Ensure accurate cost reporting, effective contract administration and robust commercial controls.

Skills

Team leadership

Commercial management

Financial reporting

Contract management

Cost control

Stakeholder management

Job description

Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor

Location: South Woodford, London

Salary: £100,000+ per annum, depending on experience

Package: £10,000 flexible allowance + fuel card + 3% employer pension

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00

Working arrangement: Office-based, no hybrid working

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the commercial and financial performance of a construction division with an annual turnover of approximately £40 million.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially driven professional with a strong background in construction, contract management, financial reporting and team leadership.

You will lead a team of five Quantity Surveyors, working closely with senior management, operational teams, clients and subcontractors to maximise profitability, manage commercial risks and ensure effective financial control across the division.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of five Quantity Surveyors.
• Take overall responsibility for the commercial and financial performance of the division.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximise profitability and improve margins.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, forecasting, cost control and profit projections.
• Identify and manage variations, specification changes and additional revenue opportunities.
• Monitor applications, valuations, invoicing, accrued income and cash collection.
• Manage contractual risks, commercial disputes and complex contract issues.
• Develop supply chain agreements and maximise subcontract procurement savings.
• Monitor subcontractor performance, payment processes and contractual compliance.
• Work closely with operational teams, estimating departments and senior management.
• Attend tender adjudication meetings and provide commercial input on costs, risks and opportunities.
• Ensure accurate cost reporting, effective contract administration and robust commercial controls.

Requirements

• Salary of £100,000+ per annum, depending on experience and suitability.
• £10,000 flexible package allowance, which can be used towards a car allowance, private healthcare or other suitable benefits.
• Fuel card.
• 3% employer pension contribution.
• 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Additional time off at Christmas.
• Annual discretionary pay and bonus reviews.
• Equipment supplied as required.
• The position is based at the company's head office in South Woodford, London.
• Working hours are Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00. This is a fully office-based position, with no hybrid working available.