Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Site Operative Solutions Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Essex is seeking a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to oversee all commercial aspects of projects. The role involves managing procurement, valuations, and final accounts, ensuring cost control, and supporting regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the construction industry, particularly in Passive Fire Protection or related fields, along with excellent communication, negotiation skills, and commercial acumen. This permanent position offers a competitive salary and a bonus scheme.

Benefits

Bonus Scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the construction industry, ideally in Passive Fire Protection.
• Strong knowledge of contracts relevant to construction projects.
• Experience in quantity surveying or commercial management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of assigned projects.
• Ensure accurate cost control, forecasting, and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Background in quantity surveying or commercial management

Tools

Knowledge of contracts (JCT and/or NEC)

Job description

Overview

Site Operative Solutions Limited have an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager in Brentwood.

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Duration: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Managing all commercial aspects of assigned projects, including procurement, valuations, change control, and final accounts
• Ensuring accurate cost control, forecasting, and reporting
• Working closely with Contract Managers, clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and commercial best practice
• Supporting compliance with all regulatory and safety standards

Qualifications

• Proven experience within the construction industry, ideally in Passive Fire Protection, however this is not restricted, M&E or drylining would be the closest trade to Passive Fire Protection.
• A background in quantity surveying or commercial management, ideally within the construction field.
• Strong knowledge of contracts would help (JCT and/or NEC preferred)
• Excellent commercial acumen and attention to detail
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Salary & Shift pattern

• GBP50,000 per annum (Monday - Friday)
• Bonus Scheme

Interested? Please apply now with your CV or contact the SOS Recruitment team to discuss further