Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager

Reference: N1459_1784712736

Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager - HS2 (C2)
Banbury | Permanent
Up to £100,000 (higher for the right CM experience) + 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 major infrastructure project (HS2).

You'll take ownership of commercial management on a high-profile infrastructure project, 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
  • 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 strategy

What We're Looking For

  • Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor, ideally with an MEP background
  • Alternatively, a strong NEC and infrastructure background will be considered
  • Degree/HNC level qualification and/or significant relevant experience
  • Experience managing change and subcontract accounts
  • Good working knowledge of NEC3/4 contracts
  • Candidates with Commercial Manager-level experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered for a higher package

Salary & Benefits

  • Up to £100,000 basic salary (negotiable for candidates with Commercial Manager experience)
  • £300 per month car allowance (non-car, fixed)
  • London Travel Allowance up to £10,000
  • 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 programme

To apply, please submit your CV or feel free to reach out for a confidential conversation. Send an email to [email protected] , give me a call on 02036573167 or WhatsApp me on +27645053449.

£95,000.00 - £100,000.00
Per annum
GBP95000 - GBP100000 per annum + Benefits
Added 22/07/2026
Reference: N1459_1784712736

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