Commercial Manager / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Think Recruitment; Tyseley; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial delivery of fit-out projects valued between £1m and £10m. The role offers autonomy and the chance to shape commercial processes within a growing team, requiring expertise in subcontract procurement and JCT contracts. Ideal candidates should be commercially sharp and detail-driven, with strong experience in procurement and valuations.

Qualifications

• Experience managing £1m-£10m fit-out projects.
• Strong understanding and experience with JCT contracts.
• Ability to work with clients, subcontractors, and directors.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial performance across live fit-out projects.
• Lead subcontract procurement and contract placement.
• Oversee valuations and variation recovery.
• Maintain accurate CVRs and commercial reporting.
• Advise on commercial matters for project teams.
• Establish and strengthen internal commercial systems.

Skills

Fit-out or build experience

Understanding of JCT contracts

Procurement skills

Valuations and variations expertise

Leadership potential

Job description

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Location: Birmingham + site visits (flexible / hybrid)

Sector: Commercial Office Fit‑Out

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Think Recruitment are working exclusively with a growing commercial fit‑out contractor to recruit an experienced Senior QS / Commercial Manager. This is a key hire as the business continues to expand, offering a genuine opportunity to take ownership of the commercial function and help shape how it operates.

The Role

You’ll lead the commercial delivery of multiple fit‑out projects, typically £1m-£10m, overseeing everything from subcontract procurement to valuations and variation management. The role combines hands‑on project involvement with the chance to influence commercial processes at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial performance across live fit‑out projects
• Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and contract placement
• Oversee valuations, applications and variation recovery
• Review and negotiate JCT contracts
• Maintain accurate CVRs and commercial reporting
• Advise project teams and senior leadership on commercial matters
• Help establish and strengthen internal commercial systems as the team grows

What We're Looking For

• Senior QS / Commercial Manager with fit‑out or build experience (£1m-£10m projects)
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts
• Proven track record in procurement, valuations and variations
• Commercially sharp, detail‑driven and confident working with clients, subcontractors and directors
• Leadership potential – someone who wants to grow a commercial team

Why This Role Stands Out

• High autonomy and genuine influence over the commercial function
• Direct reporting line to the Commercial Director
• Opportunity to shape processes and lead future team growth
• Strong and diverse project pipeline in the commercial fit‑out sector
• Supportive, ambitious and collaborative working culture