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Commercial Manager

Ref: ARV-7254

Permanent
Chepstow
Job Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
Location: Chepstow, South Wales
Salary: £60,000–£70,000

We are working exclusively with this specialist fabricator / sub-contractor delivering complex and architecturally challenging projects is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to support its continued growth. This role has been created following an internal leadership promotion and will take ownership of key commercial and project functions previously managed across the business. It would suit an experienced commercial professional who enjoys a broad remit, working closely with the MD, operational, project and finance teams in an SME environment, with the opportunity to influence business performance and progress into a senior leadership position.

We have recruited for this company for many years, and can vouch that they have a great friendly culture, and look after their people well. They promote from within wherever possible, and this role is certainly expected to progress.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead commercial management across multiple projects
  • Manage client and subcontractor contracts
  • Support project teams with commercial guidance and delivery oversight
  • Manage variations, valuations and final accounts
  • Act as a key interface between project delivery, clients and finance teams
  • Monitor commercial performance and identify opportunities to improve project outcomes
  • Provide project management support where required
  • Contribute to strategic business decisions and operational planning
Experience Required:
  • Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Manager or similar commercial leadership role
  • Strong understanding of construction contracts and contract administration
  • Experience managing variations, final accounts and commercial reporting
  • Ability to support both commercial and project delivery activities
  • Experience working closely with finance functions and project stakeholders
  • Strong negotiation and client-facing skills
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to balance risk and opportunity
  • Full understanding of construction project lifecycles
Desirable:
  • Experience within specialist subcontracting or bespoke construction projects
  • Previous responsibility for project management activities alongside commercial duties
  • Experience working within an SME environment
  • Leadership experience or aspirations to join a senior leadership team
Additional Information:
  • Opportunity to progress into a senior leadership position
  • Broad, business-critical role with significant visibility across the organisation
  • Involvement in technically challenging and high-profile projects
  • Suitable for candidates seeking commercial ownership and influence within a growing business
Key Skills Required: Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Contracts, Variations, Final Accounts, Project Management, Construction, Cost Control, Client Management, Leadership

This employer is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics.

To apply, please submit your CV or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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