Job Specification: Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager
Location: Birmingham or Manchester (with travel to Derbyshire)

Company Overview:
Join a main contractor with offices in Manchester and Birmingham. As part of a larger group, we offer long-term career benefits and progression opportunities. We are seeking an ambitious and experienced Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager to lead the commercial aspects of our £12 million regeneration project in Derbyshire. Our clients span the Education, Office, Commercial, and Industrial sectors.

Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 (package) - Negotiable

Key Responsibilities:
Cost Management:
Oversee project budgets and ensure financial control.
Estimate and budget for projects, considering materials, labor, and overhead costs.
Procurement:
Manage the procurement process, negotiating contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
Ensure cost-effective purchasing of materials and services.
Contract Management:
Draft and manage construction contracts.
Administer contract terms and conditions, handling variations and claims.
Risk Management:
Identify and assess project risks.
Implement risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
Financial Reporting:
Provide regular financial reports to stakeholders.
Analyze financial data and advise on cost-saving measures.
Tendering & Bidding:
Prepare and submit tender proposals.
Review and assess subcontractor bids.
Change Management:
Manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs.
Evaluate the impact of changes on the project.
Project Closeout:
Oversee the financial closeout of projects.
Conduct final cost assessments and evaluations.

Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will be a Senior Quantity Surveyor from an SME seeking career progression or a Quantity Surveyor from a sizeable main contractor looking to attain Commercial Manager status. This role offers the chance to oversee projects with long-term growth prospects.

Qualifications and Experience:
Degree in Quantity Surveying or a relevant field.
Proven experience as a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Quantity Surveyor in a main contractor setting.
Strong knowledge of construction contracts and procurement processes.
Experience in highways, civils, new build, and fit-out projects.
Excellent financial and analytical skills.
Ability to lead and manage a commercial team effectively.
Ability to oversee multiple projects, manage CVRs, and conduct forecasting.
Willingness to travel to site a couple of times per week and to the Manchester or Birmingham office.

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