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Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead
High-Rise, £Multi-Million City Centre Development
Location: City Centre
Salary: Competitive + Comprehensive Package
Contract Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
I am recruiting on behalf of a major Main Contractor delivering a flagship, high-value £multi-million high-rise development in the heart of the city centre. This is a landmark scheme with significant complexity, challenging logistics, and the opportunity to showcase your expertise on a project that will define the skyline for decades to come.
As Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead, you will take full commercial responsibility for the project, leading a dedicated commercial team and ensuring robust commercial control throughout the build.
This is a long-term project with substantial pipeline beyond—ideal for someone seeking stability, influence, and progression within a top-tier contractor.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the commercial function on a high-rise, city-centre project from pre-construction through to final account.
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Manage, develop and mentor commercial team members.
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Oversee procurement strategy, subcontractor management, and contractual compliance.
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Ensure accurate forecasting, cost planning, reporting and risk management.
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Drive value engineering opportunities and maintain tight financial control.
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Liaise closely with the project leadership team, client, designers and external stakeholders.
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Navigate the logistical and operational challenges unique to complex city-centre high-rise construction.
About You
We are seeking a commercially strong leader with the confidence and capability to run a major project of this scale.
Essential experience includes:
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Proven track record as a Managing QS, Senior QS stepping up, or Commercial Lead on high-rise or large-scale mixed-use schemes.
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Experience delivering complex builds within tight, built-up city-centre environments.
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Strong contractual knowledge (NEC / JCT).
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Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to lead teams, build relationships, and make commercially astute decisions.
What’s On Offer
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Long-term involvement on a signature project.
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Competitive salary & benefits package.
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Opportunity to join a contractor known for quality delivery and employee development.
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