Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Kingsley Group of Companies; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; 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 to own the commercial function across a project portfolio. This is a senior role with full responsibility from pre-construction to final account, including main contractor relationships.

Role requires proven QS/CM experience in construction, with a degree in QS/Construction Management (RICS desirable). You will manage cost, risk, and cash flow across multiple live contracts, coordinating with site teams and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor in Construction, Building Envelope, or Roofing.
• Excellent knowledge of contract law and JCT/NEC forms.
• Strong cost control, valuations, and final accounts capability.

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 contracts 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.
• Collaborate with Contracts and Site Managers for commercial/operational alignment.
• Manage cash flow, retentions and final accounts across projects.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation per procedures.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Negotiation

Organisation

Cost management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying/Construction Management

Tools

MS Office (Excel)

Cost management software

Job description

About The Role

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.

About The Role

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.

Job Requirements

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.

Job Requirements

• 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)

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.

Location

Caterham

Start Date

ASAP