Details:
- Salary: £50,000 - 70,000 - Annum
- Location: Croydon Greater London
- Date: 3 days ago
Description:
QS / Commercial Manager
Job Title: QS / Commercial Manager – Roofing
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum + 25% KPI-based Bonus
Location: London & South East
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
Due to continuous expansion and key main contractor partnership wins, a highly respected specialist roofing contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor to take total ownership of the commercial function across their growing project portfolio.
This is a senior role within the business holding complete commercial responsibility for allocated contracts from pre-construction to final account settlement, while managing top-tier main contractor relationships across commercial, industrial, public sector, and retail markets.
Key Responsibilities
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Commercial Portfolio Ownership: Drive total cost control, valuation submissions, variation negotiations, and final account settlements across assigned projects.
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Subcontractor Management: Manage procurement, contractual terms, payment notices, and account settlements for all sub-contracted packages.
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Risk & Financial Reporting: Conduct thorough contract risk reviews (JCT/NEC formats), produce detailed Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), and present regular profitability forecasts to senior management.
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Cross-Departmental Support: Collaborate closely with Estimating teams during tender stages and guide Contracts and Site Managers on commercial strategy.
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Client & Contractor Liaison: Act as the main commercial point of contact for clients, consultants, and Tier 1 main contractors.
Key Requirements
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Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within Construction, Building Envelope, or Roofing projects.
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Degree or equivalent higher qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (RICS accreditation desirable).
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In-depth understanding of standard construction contracts (JCT/NEC), contract law, and commercial risk mitigation.
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Skilled negotiator with expertise in managing complex variation accounts and cash flow profiles.
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Advanced proficiency in Excel and standard construction cost management platforms.
Salary & Benefits
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Base Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
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Bonus Scheme: Up to 25% annual bonus based on commercial KPIs
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Package: Company vehicle or allowance, private health insurance, fully equipped IT kit, generous holiday allowance, and Christmas office closure.
About Invictus Recruitment
Invictus Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with industry-leading clients across the construction, building services, and property management sectors. We work closely with candidates to understand their career goals and match them with high-performing businesses that offer genuine career progression, competitive remuneration, and strong team cultures.
How to Apply:
To register your interest or apply for this position, please submit your updated CV directly to Invictus Group