Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveying)

Commercial Manager (Quantity Surveying) — Bristol

Location: Bristol

Salary: Competitive (see note below)

Commercial Manager — Bristol

Higgins McGrath is hiring a Commercial Manager to lead a team of Quantity Surveyors, trainees and support staff on live projects across Bristol and the wider region — including a major project set to bring many jobs and over £100 million a year in economic value to the area.

As Commercial Manager, you'll:

• Lead a team of Quantity Surveyors, trainees and support staff to hit turnover and margin targets

• Oversee budget reviews and cost value reconciliations, reporting KPIs to the Commercial Director

• Guide your team's commercial leadership on-site and mentor them toward qualifications

• Lead job start-up and preconstruction activity, managing commercial risk from day one

• Handle full line management: recruitment, performance reviews, leave and more

• Coordinate cash flow plans, programme reports and revenue updates across your projects

• Oversee subcontract packages, ensuring compliant terms and proper payment processes

This Commercial Manager role suits someone with a Quantity Surveying background who's ready to lead a team, not just manage their own numbers.

What you'll need for this Commercial Manager role:

• BSc Hons in Quantity Surveying

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar role

• Proven experience with JCT Design & Build and NEC contract forms

• Track record working on projects with Tier 1 Main Contractors

M&E or specialist contractor experience is a bonus though not a requirement.

What you'll get:

Cash health plan with EAP, 4x salary death in service, pension, enhanced maternity & paternity, paid professional subscriptions, cycle to work scheme, free onsite parking, and genuine training and development.

This is a UK top 30 contractor seeking to double their annual turnover over the next five years, real growth and real opportunity for those joining the company at this exciting stage.

How to apply:

Send your CV to apply for this Commercial Manager role