Senior QS/Contracts Lead — Commercial Delivery

ALDWYCH CONSULTING LTD; Chatham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist subcontractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial delivery across varied projects in the UK. The role encompasses cost management, contract negotiation, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have proven QS/SQS experience and strong commercial acumen. This position offers significant responsibilities and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven QS/SQS experience within construction, civil engineering, or specialist subcontracting.
• Strong knowledge of contracts, preferably NEC experience.
• Excellent commercial acumen and analytical ability.
• Skilled communicator with proven negotiation ability.
• Proactive, detail-driven, and comfortable managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Managing costs from tender through to final account.
• Preparing valuations, variations, and commercial reports.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.
• Monitoring budgets, profitability, and project governance.
• Supporting bids and tenders with commercial input.
• Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and project teams.

Skills

Contract management

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Analytical ability

Job description

A specialist subcontractor is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage commercial delivery across varied projects in the UK. The role encompasses cost management, contract negotiation, and building client relationships. Ideal candidates will have proven QS/SQS experience and strong commercial acumen. This position offers significant responsibilities and career progression opportunities.