Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor

N G Bailey; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor to lead a dynamic team on a significant project in Barrow. This permanent role offers a chance to manage commercial performance from tender to completion, ensuring safety and profitability. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in construction project management and team leadership, with a focus on NEC contracts. Join a company that values progression and offers generous benefits, including a pension scheme and private medical insurance, while making a real impact on the project's success.

Benefits

Generous allowances for mobile workforce

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles)

Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance

Gym Memberships

Travel Insurance

Tax-Free Bikes

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing commercial performance of construction projects.
• Experience with NEC contracts preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial team and manage project performance.
• Build relationships with customers and negotiate contract terms.
• Monitor and manage risk and opportunity schedules.

Skills

Commercial Management

Team Leadership

Contract Negotiation

Risk Management

NEC Contracts

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional Qualification (RICS or equivalent)

Job description

Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor

22 April 2025

Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor

Location: Barrow/NW

Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Manager to join our team on a new project based on-site in Barrow. The role involves managing the project commercial team, advising senior management on risks and opportunities from tender to completion, supporting the Commercial Director with regional accounts, and contributing to contract reviews. This is a permanent position with NG Bailey, expected to last approximately 2 years, with potential for further work on the site.

We are also open to considering candidates at Senior Quantity Surveyor level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure safety is prioritized in all activities.
• Maintain accurate risk and opportunity schedules, identifying measures to protect the company and improve profitability.
• Implement mitigation strategies and report outcomes.
• Lead the commercial team, maximizing team and individual potential.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, and vendors; negotiate contract terms, valuations, and final accounts.
• Attend contract reviews and ensure cost and value forecasts are accurate.
• Assist in preparing business plans and management accounts; maintain records to manage disputes.
• Monitor and manage project commercial performance.
• Collaborate with the project team to develop the commercial plan, communicating obligations and risks.
• Manage payment applications and ensure timely receipt of funds.
• Oversee subcontract commercial aspects, including terms and conditions.

Candidate Requirements:

• Significant experience in managing the commercial performance of construction projects.
• Experience with NEC contracts preferred.
• Experience managing a team.

Benefits:

• Generous allowances for mobile workforce.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicles).
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution.
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and legal support.
• Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes.

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We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We will communicate the recruitment process clearly and accommodate applicants' needs during the process.

About Us:

Founded in 1921, NG Bailey is a leading independent engineering and services company in the UK, with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We are dedicated to developing our people through training and providing innovative solutions across building and infrastructure sectors. We value progression and support our employees with clear development paths, regular reviews, and ongoing training.