Commercial Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveyor) for a significant heritage refurbishment project in Manchester. The role involves managing contracts, cost forecasting, and supporting project management to ensure successful project delivery. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience with main contractors. The company promotes diversity and offers flexible work options, a car allowance, and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Flexible and hybrid work options

Up to 10% employer pension contribution

Private medical health benefit

Enhanced parental leave

Life assurance

25 days annual leave with buy/sell options

3 days wellbeing leave

Health and wellbeing support

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted gym membership nationwide

Qualifications

• Experience with a reputable Main Contractor as a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of work packages for a major refurbishment project.
• Maintain detailed cost forecasts and reconcile between value and actual cost.
• Support project manager in managing project risks and opportunities.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management

Cost Forecasting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

About us

Bovis builds enduring partnerships, bringing together the right expertise, the right capabilities and the right resources to deliver the most complex projects.

We know from decades of experience that successful delivery of multi-year complex projects requires close working relationships and collaboration through the supply chain. That's why we share risk and invest in people and relationships at every level.

We make things happen, anticipating challenges before they arise. Drawing on our highly experienced, multi-disciplinary teams, we bring a fresh perspective, tailoring our approach to the specific demands of the project, helping to simplify complexity and minimise risk.

What we are recruiting for:

We are recruiting a Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveyor / Project Surveyor) to join our UK Regions Construction business on a circa £300m major heritage refurbishment project in Manchester City Centre.

The Commercial Manager is primarily responsible for leading the commercial management of work packages of significant scope, complexity, and value for the project. This includes managing works contracts, working closely with the Project Manager(s) to ensure compliant, coordinated, and commercially appropriate proposals and outputs in terms of design and cost, as well as undertaking all appropriate levels of internal and external reporting.

Roles & responsibilities:

1. Understand and implement commercial & financial procedures and reporting systems.
2. Maintain detailed cost forecasts and reconcile between value and actual cost.
3. Report accurately to the monthly forecast final account.
4. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the relationship between cost, value, and profit.
5. Forecast and monitor cash flow.
6. Support the project manager in managing project risks and opportunities.
7. Carry out risk modelling.
8. Understand JCT notices and payment criteria.
9. Perform interim valuation of works to ensure timely payments to contractors.
10. Manage the early warning and change process in accordance with project controls.
11. Be skilled in the avoidance and defence of claims.
12. Procure robust packages by understanding package interfaces and design risks.
13. Prepare tender documentation and apply principles of lump sum, remeasurable, and provisional allowances.
14. Manage work contracts effectively throughout the project delivery period.

Experience & background:

1. Degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant academic achievement.
2. Holds or is working towards RICS or CIOB.
3. Experience with a reputable Main Contractor as a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor.
4. Good verbal and written communication skills.
5. Understanding of building programmes, technology, and construction methods.
6. Ability to read drawings and design information.
7. Ability to process and interrogate variations and Loss & Expense.
8. Confidence in preparing internal monthly cost reports and forecasts.
9. Knowledge of measurement and valuation techniques.
10. Knowledge of contractual laws and legislation.

We will provide:

• Car allowance
• Flexible and hybrid work options
• Up to 10% employer pension contribution
• Private medical health benefit
• Enhanced parental leave
• Life assurance
• 25 days annual leave with buy/sell options
• 3 days wellbeing leave
• Health and wellbeing support
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership nationwide

Belong at Bovis

We promote workplaces that respect diversity, equality, and inclusion. We are a disability inclusive employer. If you need adjustments during the application process, please contact us.

We build careers, develop skills, and invest in people. Imagine what more you can do here.

Bovis is committed to diversity and inclusion. We consider flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from under-represented groups, including women, Black, Asian, minority ethnic, LGBTQ+, and disabled individuals.

Our Values

• Building Relationships
• Doing what's right, always
• Succeeding together
• Bringing energy

We are Bovis.