Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Kingsley Group; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Job summary

Kingsley Roofing London is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager/Quantity Surveyor with a background in Construction, Building Envelope or Roofing to take ownership of the commercial function across projects. Senior role with full commercial responsibility from pre-construction to final account.

You will manage costs, valuations, variations, and subcontractor relationships, working closely with site and contracts teams to ensure profitability and compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor in Construction, Building Envelope, or Roofing.
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management; RICS desirable.
• Strong knowledge of contract law and JCT/NEC forms, plus risk management.
• Confident negotiator with track record in subcontractor accounts and final accounts.
• Highly organised with ability to manage multiple live contracts.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of allocated projects, including cost control, valuations, and final accounts.
• Prepare, submit and negotiate interim payment applications and variations.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, orders, and payments per contract terms.
• Review contract docs to identify commercial risk and protect terms.
• Produce cost/value reconciliations and report profitability to senior management.
• Support Estimating with pricing, programme, and tender input.
• Attend client and Main Contractor meetings as the commercial contact.
• Work with Contracts Managers and Site Managers for alignment.
• Manage cash flow, retentions, and final account settlements across projects.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation per procedures.

Skills

Commercial management

Quantity surveying

Contract negotiation

Cost control

Forecasting

Education

Degree in QS/Construction Management

Tools

MS Excel

Cost management software

Job description

Kingsley Roofing London is developing at a fast rate, working with some of the most respected names in the construction sector and partnering with some of the largest main contractors in the UK. We operate across the Commercial, Leisure, Industrial, Education, Retail and Public Sector markets, with our client base growing monthly as we expand into new areas.

Due to this growth, we are now looking to hire an experienced Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor with a background in Construction, Building Envelope or Roofing projects, to take ownership of the commercial function across our project portfolio.

This is a senior role within the business, holding full commercial responsibility for a portfolio of contracts from pre-construction through to final account, with a high level of Main Contractor relationship management.

Role Responsibilities

• Take full commercial ownership of allocated projects, including cost control, valuations, and final accounts
• Prepare, submit and negotiate interim payment applications and variations
• Manage subcontractor procurement, orders, and payments in line with contract terms
• Review contract documentation to identify commercial risk and ensure terms are understood and protected
• Produce accurate cost/value reconciliations and report on project profitability to senior management
• Support the Estimating team with pricing, programme, and tender commercial input
• Attend client and Main Contractor meetings as the commercial point of contact
• Work closely with Contracts Managers and Site Managers to ensure commercial and operational alignment
• Manage cash flow, retentions, and final account settlement across the project portfolio
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation in line with company procedures

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary (DOE) + bonus scheme
• Annual bonus linked to company performance
• Generous holiday allowance, including office closure over the Christmas period

Our Commitment to Equality & Inclusion

• We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to eliminating discrimination in all its forms.
• We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief.
• If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will make every effort to support you.
• We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our business and enables everyone to reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor within Construction, Building Envelope, or Roofing projects
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (RICS membership desirable)
• Strong understanding of contract law, JCT/NEC forms of contract, and commercial risk management
• Confident negotiator with a track record of managing subcontractor accounts and final accounts
• Highly organised, detail-focused, and comfortable managing multiple live contracts simultaneously
• Proficient in cost management software and Microsoft Office (Excel in particular)

If you think you could be a perfect fit for this role, please apply by sending an up-to-date CV, cover letter, and any other supporting information to [e-mail]. We endeavour to respond to all relevant applications.