Commercial Project Lead

Farrans Construction; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial and cost-control function for their Stansted airport project. This full-time, onsite role involves managing project financial activities, ensuring compliance with NEC4 Option C, and maintaining cash flow. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial management and commercial oversight, coupled with strong leadership skills to mentor the team and drive project success.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading commercial and cost-control functions.
• Strong understanding of financial management and compliance with NEC4 Option C.
• Proven ability in cash flow management and overseeing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead all project commercial activities and maintain full financial control.
• Manage Compensation Events, valuations, forecasts, subcontract accounts, and monthly applications.
• Ensure all accounts timetables are met for payments, liabilities, and variation requests.
• Prepare and present monthly Commercial and Project Review meetings with the Contracts Manager.
• Oversee team workload, review outputs for accuracy, and mentor staff development.
• Maintain accurate Defined Cost records and Activity Schedule reconciliations.
• Drive robust cash-flow management and compliance.

Job description

To lead the commercial and cost-control function for our Stansted airport project, ensuring accurate financial management, strong cash flow, and compliance with NEC4 Option C and internal governance. The MQS will direct the commercial team, safeguard the companys financial position, and support successful delivery of the contract. Due to the project commitments this is a 5 day a week onsite role.

Responsibilities

• Lead all project commercial activities and maintain full financial control.
• Manage Compensation Events, valuations, forecasts, subcontract accounts, and monthly applications.
• Ensure all accounts timetables are met for payments, liabilities, and variation requests.
• Prepare and present monthly Commercial and Project Review meetings with the Contracts Manager.
• Oversee team workload, review outputs for accuracy, and mentor staff development.
• Maintain accurate Defined Cost records and Activity Schedule reconciliations.
• Drive robust cash-flow management and compliance with F...