Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor

1st Step; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services contractor in Bristol is seeking a Commercial Manager/Managing Surveyor. The role involves leading commercial activities, maximizing profitability across multiple projects, and maintaining relationships with suppliers and subcontractors. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in commercial management and strong negotiation skills. This permanent position offers a negotiable salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a senior surveying or commercial management role.
• Proactive and confident influencing stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all commercial activities for multiple projects.
• Maximise opportunities for gross margins across contracts.
• Produce accurate financial reporting and cashflow management.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Negotiation

Communication

Organizational skills

Resilience

Education

ONC/HND level or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

Required: Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor (Building Services)

Office Location: Bristol

Employment: Permanent

Salary: Negotiable based on level of experience

Job Reference: CMMS0209SD

Here at 1st Step Solutions, we are supporting a well-established and growing building services contractor who are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor to join their Bristol office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional to step into a key leadership role, driving commercial operations and maximising profitability across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The Role

As Managing Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will:

• Lead and oversee all commercial, financial and surveying activities for multiple projects.
• Maximise opportunities to generate gross margins across contracts (NEC and JCT).
• Produce accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
• Manage and support project valuations, applications for payment, and final account negotiations.
• Build strong supplier and subcontractor relationships, including managing variations and rebates.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant construction legislation.
• Play an active role in developing and improving commercial processes within the business.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A proven leader with at least 5 years' experience in a senior surveying or commercial management role.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and confident influencing stakeholders.
• Strong in relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Organised and resilient, able to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite essential).
• Qualified to ONC/HND level (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

If you're ready to take the lead in a pivotal commercial role and make a real impact within a progressive contractor, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply

Please respond to this advert or call the Bristol Team on (phone number removed).

Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd?

Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment - from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers.

Whether you're looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your needs.

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