Senior Commercial Manager - Construction

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited

Greater London

On-site

GBP 102,345 - 136,460

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension

Generous leave

Tech hardware

Mentoring

Rotation support

Job summary

Hamilton Barnes Associates Limited is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to oversee commercial and cost management on a high-profile data centre project. You will work with project delivery, BIM, and construction teams to manage complex MEP packages and drive value.

The role offers exposure to major capital programs, rotation support, healthcare, pension, and professional development. Candidates should have 5+ years MEP QS experience and strong contract/commercial acumen.

Qualifications

5+ years post-qualification experience in MEP QS roles.
Strong understanding of MEP systems within Data Centre or Mission Critical construction.
Proven track record in cost control, procurement, forecasting and subcontractor management.
Contract administration knowledge and strong commercial awareness.
Proficiency in QS software such as CostX or Cubit; BIM-enabled workflows experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates, benchmarking analysis, BOQs, and tender documentation.
Evaluate tender returns and provide commercial recommendation reports.
Proactively manage change management, assessing scope changes and their cost/programme impacts.
Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts, valuations, and earned value analysis for MEP packages.
Conduct quantity take-offs using BIM-enabled software and digital construction tools.
Oversee contractor final accounts and maintain accurate commercial records.
Coordinate with stakeholders across commercial, project delivery, and construction functions.
Monitor contractor insurances, warranties, and compliance requirements.

Skills

MEP Quantity Surveying

Data Centre experience

Cost control

Contract administration

QS software (CostX/Cubit)

BIM-enabled workflows

Tools

CostX

Cubit

Job description

Ready to take the next step in your career?

Join a construction consultancy delivering project and cost management services for large-scale capital projects. Working closely with owners and developers, the organization combines construction expertise with data-driven insights to deliver complex projects from planning through to completion.

This opportunity is for a Senior Commercial Manager to oversee commercial and cost management activities on a high-profile mission-critical data center project. Working alongside project management, BIM, scheduling, and construction teams, the role focuses on managing complex MEP packages while contributing to the successful delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity and apply today!

Responsibilities

Prepare feasibility studies, cost estimates, benchmarking analysis, BOQs, and tender documentation
Evaluate tender returns and provide commercial recommendation reports
Proactively manage change management, assessing scope changes and their cost/programme impacts
Prepare monthly cost reports, forecasts, valuations, and earned value analysis for MEP packages
Conduct quantity take-offs using BIM-enabled software and digital construction tools
Oversee contractor final accounts and maintain accurate commercial records
Coordinate with stakeholders across commercial, project delivery, and construction functions
Monitor contractor insurances, warranties, and compliance requirements

Skills/Must Have

5+ years post-qualification experience in MEP Quantity Surveying
Strong understanding of MEP systems within Data Centre or Mission Critical construction
Proven experience in cost control, procurement, forecasting, and subcontractor management
Contract administration knowledge and strong commercial awareness
Proficiency in QS software (CostX, Cubit, or equivalent)
Experience with BIM-enabled workflows and digital construction tools

Benefits