Commerical Lead

Regen Solutions Ltd; Pembury; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Regen Solutions Ltd in Kent is seeking a Commercial Lead/Quantity Surveyor to head a commercial team on social housing projects. You will manage cost planning, CVRs, procurement, and reporting across multiple work packages.

The role requires strong numerical and analytical skills, contract administration, and coordination between site teams in London and the head office. HNC/HND or BSc qualifications and experience in cladding, facades, EWI and subcontract management are essential.

Qualifications

• Strong construction background with Quantity Surveying qualifications.
• Experience with CVRs, Bills of Quantities, procurement and subcontract management.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work across site and office environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of social housing projects, with cost planning and forecasting.
• Produce and maintain CVRs and cost reports.
• Lead procurement, tenders, bid analysis and subcontract appointments.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and tender documents.
• Oversee subcontractor accounts, payments, variations and final accounts.
• Support valuations and payment applications.
• Coordinate with site teams in Kent/London and head office.
• Ensure compliance with contracts and legislation.
• Monitor project costs versus budget and identify value engineering.

Skills

Quantity surveying

CVR reporting

Procurement management

Bills of Quantities

Subcontract management

Cost reporting

Forecasting

Contract administration

Communication skills

Site & office coordination

Education

HNC/HND or BSc

Job description

Commcerical Lead

Salary: 55-80k
Location: Kent

Housing Association

Overview

We are seeking an experienced commercial lead/Quantity Surveyor with a strong construction background and relevant industry qualifications to lead a commercial team. The role requires excellent commercial awareness, strong reporting skills and the ability to lead procurement activities across multiple work packages.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of social housing projects, including cost planning, forecasting, and financial reporting.


• Produce and maintain Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), ensuring accuracy and timely submission.


• Lead the procurement process, including tendering, bid analysis, negotiation and subcontract appointment.


• Prepare and analyse Bills of Quantities, schedules and tender documentation.


• Oversee commercial management maintenance and repairs.


• Manage subcontractor accounts including payments, variations, claims and final accounts.


• Support valuation processes, applications for payment, and contractual correspondence.


• Work closely with site teams across Kent/London and the commercial/technical teams based in head office.


• Ensure compliance with contract conditions, company procedure and relevant legislation.


• Monitor project costs versus budget, ensuring value engineering opportunities are identified and implemented.


• Contribute to risk management and maintain accurate commercial records throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Strong background in construction with relevant Quantity Surveying qualifications (HNC/HND, BSc, or equivalent).


• Proven experience working on cladding, facades, EWI and brickslips.


• Experience working with CVRs, Bills of Quantities, procurement and subcontract management.


• Strong numerical, analytical and communication skills.


• Ability to work across site (London) and office (Dartford) environments.


• Excellent commercial judgement and attention to detail.


• Competent in cost reporting, contract administration and project forecasting.

Commercial Lead

Salary: 55-80k
Location: Kent

Housing Association