Strategic Commercial Manager – Construction (QS/SQS)

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist subcontractor in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage contracts and drive commercial performance. This role involves ensuring project success through effective budgeting, contract negotiation, and relationship management. Ideal candidates have experience in construction or civil engineering, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects. A diverse workplace that values equality, this is a great opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Proven QS/SQS experience within construction or civil engineering.
• Strong knowledge of contract management, NEC experience desirable.
• Proactive and detail-driven individual.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage costs from tender through to the final account.
• Prepare valuations, variations, and commercial reports.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Monitor budgets and project governance.
• Support bids and tenders with commercial input.

Skills

Management of contracts

Commercial performance

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Job description

A specialist subcontractor in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage contracts and drive commercial performance. This role involves ensuring project success through effective budgeting, contract negotiation, and relationship management. Ideal candidates have experience in construction or civil engineering, strong analytical skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects. A diverse workplace that values equality, this is a great opportunity for career advancement.