Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£95k - £108k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - One North Quay (Life Science Facility)
Canary Wharf, London | Permanent
Up to £95k (SQS) / Up to £108k (CM) + Benefits
Our client, a leading main contractor, is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor - or a Commercial Manager for the right candidate - to join their team on a landmark life science facility at One North Quay, Canary Wharf.
You'll take ownership of commercial management on a high-profile life science build, working closely with the operational team to protect and maximise contractual entitlements. Depending on experience, this role could suit someone ready to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a safety-first culture across all project activities
Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and company processes
Understand contract terms and manage commercial risks and opportunities under a bespoke contract (similar in structure to JCT)
Maintain accurate records to support contractual entitlements
Prepare and submit applications, securing payment and variations
Manage subcontract accounts through to final account
Monitor progress and provide accurate commercial reporting
Support negotiation and settlement of the final account with the client
For CM-level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial team and project commercial strategyWhat We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial/complex build environments
Experience working on life science, laboratory, or high-specification technical builds is highly advantageous
Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
Good working knowledge of JCT contracts, or bespoke contracts based on JCT principles
Candidates with Commercial Manager-level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher packageSalary & Benefits
Salary negotiable, in line with similar senior commercial roles
£300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
Travel allowance (details available from the hiring manager)
Project bonus scheme (details available from the hiring manager)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare
24/7 employee assistance programme
Flexible benefits and discounts
Personal development programmeTo apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to (url removed), give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on +(phone number removed)
Canary Wharf, London | Permanent
Up to £95k (SQS) / Up to £108k (CM) + Benefits
Our client, a leading main contractor, is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor - or a Commercial Manager for the right candidate - to join their team on a landmark life science facility at One North Quay, Canary Wharf.
You'll take ownership of commercial management on a high-profile life science build, working closely with the operational team to protect and maximise contractual entitlements. Depending on experience, this role could suit someone ready to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a safety-first culture across all project activities
Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and company processes
Understand contract terms and manage commercial risks and opportunities under a bespoke contract (similar in structure to JCT)
Maintain accurate records to support contractual entitlements
Prepare and submit applications, securing payment and variations
Manage subcontract accounts through to final account
Monitor progress and provide accurate commercial reporting
Support negotiation and settlement of the final account with the client
For CM-level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial team and project commercial strategyWhat We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial/complex build environments
Experience working on life science, laboratory, or high-specification technical builds is highly advantageous
Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
Good working knowledge of JCT contracts, or bespoke contracts based on JCT principles
Candidates with Commercial Manager-level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher packageSalary & Benefits
Salary negotiable, in line with similar senior commercial roles
£300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
Travel allowance (details available from the hiring manager)
Project bonus scheme (details available from the hiring manager)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare
24/7 employee assistance programme
Flexible benefits and discounts
Personal development programmeTo apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to (url removed), give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on +(phone number removed)
Reference: 225400950
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Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
Posted on Jul 22, 2026 by CV-Library
City of London, City and County of the City of London, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£95k - £108k Annual
Full-Time
Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - One North Quay (Life Science Facility)
Canary Wharf, London | Permanent
Up to £95k (SQS) / Up to £108k (CM) + Benefits
Our client, a leading main contractor, is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor - or a Commercial Manager for the right candidate - to join their team on a landmark life science facility at One North Quay, Canary Wharf.
You'll take ownership of commercial management on a high-profile life science build, working closely with the operational team to protect and maximise contractual entitlements. Depending on experience, this role could suit someone ready to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a safety-first culture across all project activities
Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and company processes
Understand contract terms and manage commercial risks and opportunities under a bespoke contract (similar in structure to JCT)
Maintain accurate records to support contractual entitlements
Prepare and submit applications, securing payment and variations
Manage subcontract accounts through to final account
Monitor progress and provide accurate commercial reporting
Support negotiation and settlement of the final account with the client
For CM-level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial team and project commercial strategyWhat We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial/complex build environments
Experience working on life science, laboratory, or high-specification technical builds is highly advantageous
Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
Good working knowledge of JCT contracts, or bespoke contracts based on JCT principles
Candidates with Commercial Manager-level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher packageSalary & Benefits
Salary negotiable, in line with similar senior commercial roles
£300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
Travel allowance (details available from the hiring manager)
Project bonus scheme (details available from the hiring manager)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare
24/7 employee assistance programme
Flexible benefits and discounts
Personal development programmeTo apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to (url removed), give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on +(phone number removed)
Canary Wharf, London | Permanent
Up to £95k (SQS) / Up to £108k (CM) + Benefits
Our client, a leading main contractor, is looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor - or a Commercial Manager for the right candidate - to join their team on a landmark life science facility at One North Quay, Canary Wharf.
You'll take ownership of commercial management on a high-profile life science build, working closely with the operational team to protect and maximise contractual entitlements. Depending on experience, this role could suit someone ready to step up into a Commercial Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
Promote a safety-first culture across all project activities
Ensure compliance with legal, contractual, and company processes
Understand contract terms and manage commercial risks and opportunities under a bespoke contract (similar in structure to JCT)
Maintain accurate records to support contractual entitlements
Prepare and submit applications, securing payment and variations
Manage subcontract accounts through to final account
Monitor progress and provide accurate commercial reporting
Support negotiation and settlement of the final account with the client
For CM-level candidates: broader oversight of the commercial team and project commercial strategyWhat We're Looking For
Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within commercial/complex build environments
Experience working on life science, laboratory, or high-specification technical builds is highly advantageous
Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
Good working knowledge of JCT contracts, or bespoke contracts based on JCT principles
Candidates with Commercial Manager-level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher packageSalary & Benefits
Salary negotiable, in line with similar senior commercial roles
£300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
Travel allowance (details available from the hiring manager)
Project bonus scheme (details available from the hiring manager)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
Private healthcare
24/7 employee assistance programme
Flexible benefits and discounts
Personal development programmeTo apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to (url removed), give me a call on (phone number removed) or WhatsApp me on +(phone number removed)
Reference: 225400950
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