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A respected specialist in passive fire protection—delivering high-quality firestopping, compartmentation and compliance-led solutions across major UK construction projects—is seeking a Commercial Manager to join its expanding Major Projects team.
The Role
This is a key commercial leadership position overseeing large-scale passive fire protection packages across complex construction environments. You will take ownership of commercial performance, cost control, reporting, and subcontractor management while supporting strategic project delivery across high-value schemes. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, project teams, and clients to ensure commercial accuracy, contract compliance, and robust financial management. The role is initially office-based 5 days a week in Southwark, with hybrid flexibility offered once settled.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading commercial management across multiple major projects
* Full ownership of cost planning, forecasting, valuations and final accounts
* Procurement and management of subcontractors and supply chain partners
* Oversight of variations, change control and commercial risk
* Ensuring contractual compliance across firestopping, compartmentation and associated disciplines
* Supporting project strategy, reporting, and commercial governance
* Providing mentorship and guidance to Assistant/Junior QS staff
About You
* Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Quantity Surveyor working with a fire protection specialist contractor
* Strong commercial and contractual understanding, particularly within high-compliance sectors
* Ability to manage multiple project packages and deadlines
* Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills
* Proactive, organised and commercially focused
What’s on Offer
* Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Annual bonus scheme
* Opportunities for progression within a growing major projects division
* Exposure to high-value, technically challenging fire protection schemes
* Flexible attitude towards hybrid working
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