Commercial Manager Location: South Wales Salary: to £83,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package Sector: Main Contractor Residential & Commercial New Build Start Date: Flexible / ASAP Commercial Manager The Company A long-established and highly respected South Wales main contractor is looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to support continued growth across its residential and commercial project portfolio. The business has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality new build schemes across multiple sectors, with a strong pipeline of secured work and a consistent stream of repeat business. Projects range from residential developments through to commercial and mixed-use schemes, delivered across South Wales and surrounding areas. With a stable leadership team, strong financial position, and ambitious growth plans, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional looking for long-term progression within a successful regional contractor. Commercial Manager The Role This Commercial Manager position will involve overseeing the commercial performance of multiple live projects while supporting the wider commercial team and operational management. You will work closely with Directors, Contracts Managers, and site teams to ensure projects are commercially controlled from pre-construction through to final account. The role would suit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up, or an existing Commercial Manager looking to join a well-run contractor with genuine long-term opportunity. Key responsibilities will include: Commercial management of multiple residential and commercial new build projects Overseeing cost control, forecasting, valuations, variations, subcontract procurement, and final accounts Managing and mentoring Quantity Surveyors within the commercial team Working closely with operational teams to maximise project profitability and commercial performance Reviewing contracts and managing contractual risk Producing accurate monthly CVRs and financial reporting Supporting procurement strategy and subcontractor management Building and maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships Contributing to business growth and long-term commercial strategy Commercial Manager The Person You will ideally have: Previous experience working for a main contractor Strong commercial management experience across new build construction projects Good contractual knowledge Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously Strong communication and leadership skills A proactive and commercially driven approach Residential and/or commercial project experience Stable career history and long-term mindset This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, financially secure contractor offering long-term progression, strong leadership support, and a genuinely positive working environment.
16/10/2026
Full time
Commercial Manager Location: South Wales Salary: to £83,000 + £5,000 Car Allowance + Package Sector: Main Contractor Residential & Commercial New Build Start Date: Flexible / ASAP Commercial Manager The Company A long-established and highly respected South Wales main contractor is looking to appoint a Commercial Manager to support continued growth across its residential and commercial project portfolio. The business has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality new build schemes across multiple sectors, with a strong pipeline of secured work and a consistent stream of repeat business. Projects range from residential developments through to commercial and mixed-use schemes, delivered across South Wales and surrounding areas. With a stable leadership team, strong financial position, and ambitious growth plans, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional looking for long-term progression within a successful regional contractor. Commercial Manager The Role This Commercial Manager position will involve overseeing the commercial performance of multiple live projects while supporting the wider commercial team and operational management. You will work closely with Directors, Contracts Managers, and site teams to ensure projects are commercially controlled from pre-construction through to final account. The role would suit an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up, or an existing Commercial Manager looking to join a well-run contractor with genuine long-term opportunity. Key responsibilities will include: Commercial management of multiple residential and commercial new build projects Overseeing cost control, forecasting, valuations, variations, subcontract procurement, and final accounts Managing and mentoring Quantity Surveyors within the commercial team Working closely with operational teams to maximise project profitability and commercial performance Reviewing contracts and managing contractual risk Producing accurate monthly CVRs and financial reporting Supporting procurement strategy and subcontractor management Building and maintaining strong client and supply chain relationships Contributing to business growth and long-term commercial strategy Commercial Manager The Person You will ideally have: Previous experience working for a main contractor Strong commercial management experience across new build construction projects Good contractual knowledge Experience overseeing multiple projects simultaneously Strong communication and leadership skills A proactive and commercially driven approach Residential and/or commercial project experience Stable career history and long-term mindset This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, financially secure contractor offering long-term progression, strong leadership support, and a genuinely positive working environment.
Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: 1 day Aztec West + 4 days on site in BS1 Salary: £75,000 to £85,000 + car allowance + package Sector: Construction > Main Contractor > RC Frame Residential Project: New Build Apartment Scheme (£50m+) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Senior Quantity Surveyor The Company A leading privately owned main contractor with a strong national reputation for delivering large-scale, architecturally impressive residential developments is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major Bristol project. The business specialises in complex city centre apartment schemes and delivers projects typically ranging from £40m to £70m in value. Known for high-quality design, strong delivery teams and a collaborative culture, they continue to grow steadily across the UK. This is an opportunity to work on a flagship RC frame apartment development of over 150 units in the Bristol area, joining an experienced commercial and operational team on a long-term project. Senior Quantity Surveyor The Role This role will see you taking commercial responsibility for a major new build apartment scheme, reporting to an experienced Commercial Manager. You will work closely with project delivery, design and procurement teams to ensure strong financial control throughout the life of the project while supporting the development of more junior members of the commercial team. The position offers exposure to a major residential development and the opportunity to progress within a growing contractor delivering some of the most high-profile schemes in the region. Typical Duties & Responsibilities Ensure optimum commercial return is achieved across the project Prepare and manage monthly cost / value reconciliation reports Prepare and agree interim valuations with the client Manage subcontract procurement and subcontract orders Administer subcontract accounts and manage variations Maintain strong commercial control of subcontractor packages Agree final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margin Produce accurate financial forecasting and reporting Work closely with operational and design teams to manage project costs Support and mentor junior commercial team members where required Senior Quantity Surveyor The Person Proven experience working for a main contractor Strong experience delivering new build construction projects Experience on RC frame residential or large multi-storey developments preferred Track record of commercial responsibility on projects typically £25m+ Strong subcontract management and financial reporting skills Ability to work collaboratively with site and design teams Ambitious and motivated to progress within a growing contractor Commutable to the Bristol area The Reward £70,000 £85,000 salary Car allowance Full company benefits package Flagship Bristol residential development Long-term regional project pipeline Excellent career progression within a growing contractor Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this opportunity or any other construction vacancies.
05/10/2026
Full time
Title: Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: 1 day Aztec West + 4 days on site in BS1 Salary: £75,000 to £85,000 + car allowance + package Sector: Construction > Main Contractor > RC Frame Residential Project: New Build Apartment Scheme (£50m+) Start Date: Immediate / ASAP Senior Quantity Surveyor The Company A leading privately owned main contractor with a strong national reputation for delivering large-scale, architecturally impressive residential developments is looking to appoint a Senior Quantity Surveyor for a major Bristol project. The business specialises in complex city centre apartment schemes and delivers projects typically ranging from £40m to £70m in value. Known for high-quality design, strong delivery teams and a collaborative culture, they continue to grow steadily across the UK. This is an opportunity to work on a flagship RC frame apartment development of over 150 units in the Bristol area, joining an experienced commercial and operational team on a long-term project. Senior Quantity Surveyor The Role This role will see you taking commercial responsibility for a major new build apartment scheme, reporting to an experienced Commercial Manager. You will work closely with project delivery, design and procurement teams to ensure strong financial control throughout the life of the project while supporting the development of more junior members of the commercial team. The position offers exposure to a major residential development and the opportunity to progress within a growing contractor delivering some of the most high-profile schemes in the region. Typical Duties & Responsibilities Ensure optimum commercial return is achieved across the project Prepare and manage monthly cost / value reconciliation reports Prepare and agree interim valuations with the client Manage subcontract procurement and subcontract orders Administer subcontract accounts and manage variations Maintain strong commercial control of subcontractor packages Agree final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margin Produce accurate financial forecasting and reporting Work closely with operational and design teams to manage project costs Support and mentor junior commercial team members where required Senior Quantity Surveyor The Person Proven experience working for a main contractor Strong experience delivering new build construction projects Experience on RC frame residential or large multi-storey developments preferred Track record of commercial responsibility on projects typically £25m+ Strong subcontract management and financial reporting skills Ability to work collaboratively with site and design teams Ambitious and motivated to progress within a growing contractor Commutable to the Bristol area The Reward £70,000 £85,000 salary Car allowance Full company benefits package Flagship Bristol residential development Long-term regional project pipeline Excellent career progression within a growing contractor Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this opportunity or any other construction vacancies.
Quantity Surveyor Social Housing / Refurbishment Location: Bristo (central) or Newport offices Salary: £50,000 £58000 + £6,500 car allowance + 25% bonus Sector: Social Housing, Refurbishment, Retrofit upgrades Start Date: Immediate Quantity Surveyor The Company This Quantity Surveyor opportunity is with a cuccessful contractor delivering Social Housing refurbishment / planned maintenance and retrofit decarbonisation projects across the South West. From their regional offices in Bristol and Newport they deliver large scale social houising refurbishment, retrofit energy efficiency and decarbonisation schemes. The business has a strong pipeline of secured Social Housing work across Bristol and surrounding areas and continues to grow year on year. This is a genuine long term opportunity within a well structured commercial team. Quantity Surveyor The Role This Quantity Surveyor role will see you joining the new regional commercial team, reporting into a Commercial Manager. You must have expericne in retrodit upgrades ideally within social housing covering EWI/IWI, loft insallation or heating upgrades. You will take full commercial responsibility for one or more Social Housing refurbishment, retrofit or planned maintenance contracts. Projects are fast paced and framework driven, often operating under Schedule of Rates (NHF). Duties include managing subcontract accounts, valuations, variations, cost reporting and supporting estimating where required. You will be responsible for accurate cost / value reconciliation, cash flow forecasting and agreeing final accounts to maximise margin. Flexible working is available with up to 1 day per week from home with projects primarily located in the Bristol + 1 our area This is an ideal Quantity Surveyor position for someone who enjoys framework contracts, Schedule of Rates and high volume refurbishment environments. Quantity Surveyor The Person Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a regional or national main contractor Experience in Social Housing retrofit projects Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates Commercially astute with strong subcontract management experience Motivated, team focused and keen to progress within a growing regional business Comutible to Bristol or Newport 4/5 days per week Quantity Surveyor The Reward £50,000 £58,000 basic salary £6,500 car allowance Up to 25% bonus up to Flexible working 1 day Strong pipeline of local projects Clear progression within a growing regional team Bristol or Newprt location Contact Foresight Search for further information on this Quantity Surveyor job
01/10/2026
Full time
Quantity Surveyor Social Housing / Refurbishment Location: Bristo (central) or Newport offices Salary: £50,000 £58000 + £6,500 car allowance + 25% bonus Sector: Social Housing, Refurbishment, Retrofit upgrades Start Date: Immediate Quantity Surveyor The Company This Quantity Surveyor opportunity is with a cuccessful contractor delivering Social Housing refurbishment / planned maintenance and retrofit decarbonisation projects across the South West. From their regional offices in Bristol and Newport they deliver large scale social houising refurbishment, retrofit energy efficiency and decarbonisation schemes. The business has a strong pipeline of secured Social Housing work across Bristol and surrounding areas and continues to grow year on year. This is a genuine long term opportunity within a well structured commercial team. Quantity Surveyor The Role This Quantity Surveyor role will see you joining the new regional commercial team, reporting into a Commercial Manager. You must have expericne in retrodit upgrades ideally within social housing covering EWI/IWI, loft insallation or heating upgrades. You will take full commercial responsibility for one or more Social Housing refurbishment, retrofit or planned maintenance contracts. Projects are fast paced and framework driven, often operating under Schedule of Rates (NHF). Duties include managing subcontract accounts, valuations, variations, cost reporting and supporting estimating where required. You will be responsible for accurate cost / value reconciliation, cash flow forecasting and agreeing final accounts to maximise margin. Flexible working is available with up to 1 day per week from home with projects primarily located in the Bristol + 1 our area This is an ideal Quantity Surveyor position for someone who enjoys framework contracts, Schedule of Rates and high volume refurbishment environments. Quantity Surveyor The Person Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor with a regional or national main contractor Experience in Social Housing retrofit projects Strong understanding of Schedule of Rates Commercially astute with strong subcontract management experience Motivated, team focused and keen to progress within a growing regional business Comutible to Bristol or Newport 4/5 days per week Quantity Surveyor The Reward £50,000 £58,000 basic salary £6,500 car allowance Up to 25% bonus up to Flexible working 1 day Strong pipeline of local projects Clear progression within a growing regional team Bristol or Newprt location Contact Foresight Search for further information on this Quantity Surveyor job
NO SPONSORSHIP . NO RELOCATORS MUST HAVE MAINTENANCE EXP or Schedule of Rates Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Bristol Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 + £6k car allowance + 20% bonus Sector: Framework contracts, Maintenance and Refurbishment Start Date: Immediate The Company: Our client is an ambitious and fast growing regional main contractor with an established reputation within the South West market from their regional office in Bristol. Typical projects are maintenance (painting, roofing, internals, externals) and refurbishment projects from £50k - £1m across commercial and residential sectors. Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Role: A fantastic opportunity for a grduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the regional commercial team. You will be responsible for assisting in the day to day commercial aspects of one or more tenders or projects. This position will report to an SQS or Commercial Manager. Typical duties & responsibilities: To ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project. Prepare the cost / value reconciliation reports accurately Prepare and agree interim valuations at the agreed dates to gain the best commercial advantage for the company. Agree final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margins. Ensure sub contract orders are prepared in accordance with company procedure with reference to the date given on the procurement schedules and / or in accordance with the contract programme having achieved the appropriate approvals. Maintain control of sub contractor s accounts and minimise the cost of any variations. Manage subcontracts in terms of valuation and correspondence. To carry out duties as quantity surveyor on projects as instructed. To ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project in their control. Prepare or assist with cost / value reconciliation reports on a monthly basis accurately reporting the forecast final financial position of the project. Prepare turnover cash flow forecasts as directed by line manager at the commencement of all projects, updating as required and recording actual valuation achieved against forecast. Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Person You will either have recently completed your HND or degree or have some experience with either a national or regional main contractor Demonstrable experience of delivering refurbishment projects or maintenance projects beneficial Experience workiing to NHF (or other ) schedule of rates is essential Innovative - ability to identify better ways of doing things A good team player, someone who wants to be part of a growing business to achieve common goals. The Reward: Competitive salary Company car allowance Company benefits package Varied and unique residential developments Continued local work within the South West region Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy (phone number removed)
01/10/2026
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP . NO RELOCATORS MUST HAVE MAINTENANCE EXP or Schedule of Rates Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Bristol Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 + £6k car allowance + 20% bonus Sector: Framework contracts, Maintenance and Refurbishment Start Date: Immediate The Company: Our client is an ambitious and fast growing regional main contractor with an established reputation within the South West market from their regional office in Bristol. Typical projects are maintenance (painting, roofing, internals, externals) and refurbishment projects from £50k - £1m across commercial and residential sectors. Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Role: A fantastic opportunity for a grduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the regional commercial team. You will be responsible for assisting in the day to day commercial aspects of one or more tenders or projects. This position will report to an SQS or Commercial Manager. Typical duties & responsibilities: To ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project. Prepare the cost / value reconciliation reports accurately Prepare and agree interim valuations at the agreed dates to gain the best commercial advantage for the company. Agree final accounts with subcontractors to maximise project margins. Ensure sub contract orders are prepared in accordance with company procedure with reference to the date given on the procurement schedules and / or in accordance with the contract programme having achieved the appropriate approvals. Maintain control of sub contractor s accounts and minimise the cost of any variations. Manage subcontracts in terms of valuation and correspondence. To carry out duties as quantity surveyor on projects as instructed. To ensure optimum commercial return is achieved for the project in their control. Prepare or assist with cost / value reconciliation reports on a monthly basis accurately reporting the forecast final financial position of the project. Prepare turnover cash flow forecasts as directed by line manager at the commencement of all projects, updating as required and recording actual valuation achieved against forecast. Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Person You will either have recently completed your HND or degree or have some experience with either a national or regional main contractor Demonstrable experience of delivering refurbishment projects or maintenance projects beneficial Experience workiing to NHF (or other ) schedule of rates is essential Innovative - ability to identify better ways of doing things A good team player, someone who wants to be part of a growing business to achieve common goals. The Reward: Competitive salary Company car allowance Company benefits package Varied and unique residential developments Continued local work within the South West region Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy (phone number removed)
Title: Estimator Location: Bristol Flex working: 4 days office based, Fridays at home (optional) Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 + package Sector: Roofing & Cladding contracts Start Date: ASAP The Company: Our client is a highly sought after leading specialist Roofing and Cladding contractor working with the leading Tier 1 and Tier 2 main contractors on large flagship new build projects. The business has a loyal and robust client based and is experiencing a period of growth - looking to expand. Estimator - The Role: A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join the team based from the office in the Bristol office with 1 day WFH. You will be responsible for hands on Estimating on a range of tenders across sectors on roofing and cladding contracts, typically to £9m in value. Typical duties and responsibilities include: Provide best net cost (supported by market pricing) estimates in a timely and organised manner. Meet tender return deadlines. On receipt of a tender consult with the pre-construction team to assess suitability of the tender and agree whether to provide a bid or decline Maintain Estimating resource schedules. Agree the bid strategy with the bid team including potential value engineering, the structure of the tender return and important dates for completion of individual tasks.Attend weekly bid team meetings and provide support to the team as required. Prepare bills of quantities. Agree the tender list with the bid team and send out enquiries with sufficient time for the sub-contractors to provide quotations. Fully understand site conditions and constraints. Engage with the sub-contractors through the tender period to ascertain any potential opportunities within the bid along with chasing up tenders to make sure they are received. Prepare prelims book in conjunction with Operations team lead. Seek opportunities in estimate to provide competitive edge and/or maximise margin Present fully considered estimate at tender adjudication including all supply chain quotations, comparisons etc. Make all necessary changes agreed at the tender adjudication and collate the bid together for final sign off Senior Estimator - The Person You will have solid Estimating experience with a specialist roofing & cladding contractor or a genera main contractor Demonstrable experience of Estimating on ranger of different projects and sectors/technologies Experience pricing jobs in excess of £5m packages Experience across sectors including residential and commercial A good track record of winning tenders on projects with a good level of profitability. Commutable to the Bristol office without relocation. The Reward: Competitive salary Car or allowance Company benefits package Varied projects and tenders Continued local work within the South West region. Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy (phone number removed)
22/09/2026
Full time
Title: Estimator Location: Bristol Flex working: 4 days office based, Fridays at home (optional) Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 + package Sector: Roofing & Cladding contracts Start Date: ASAP The Company: Our client is a highly sought after leading specialist Roofing and Cladding contractor working with the leading Tier 1 and Tier 2 main contractors on large flagship new build projects. The business has a loyal and robust client based and is experiencing a period of growth - looking to expand. Estimator - The Role: A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Estimator to join the team based from the office in the Bristol office with 1 day WFH. You will be responsible for hands on Estimating on a range of tenders across sectors on roofing and cladding contracts, typically to £9m in value. Typical duties and responsibilities include: Provide best net cost (supported by market pricing) estimates in a timely and organised manner. Meet tender return deadlines. On receipt of a tender consult with the pre-construction team to assess suitability of the tender and agree whether to provide a bid or decline Maintain Estimating resource schedules. Agree the bid strategy with the bid team including potential value engineering, the structure of the tender return and important dates for completion of individual tasks.Attend weekly bid team meetings and provide support to the team as required. Prepare bills of quantities. Agree the tender list with the bid team and send out enquiries with sufficient time for the sub-contractors to provide quotations. Fully understand site conditions and constraints. Engage with the sub-contractors through the tender period to ascertain any potential opportunities within the bid along with chasing up tenders to make sure they are received. Prepare prelims book in conjunction with Operations team lead. Seek opportunities in estimate to provide competitive edge and/or maximise margin Present fully considered estimate at tender adjudication including all supply chain quotations, comparisons etc. Make all necessary changes agreed at the tender adjudication and collate the bid together for final sign off Senior Estimator - The Person You will have solid Estimating experience with a specialist roofing & cladding contractor or a genera main contractor Demonstrable experience of Estimating on ranger of different projects and sectors/technologies Experience pricing jobs in excess of £5m packages Experience across sectors including residential and commercial A good track record of winning tenders on projects with a good level of profitability. Commutable to the Bristol office without relocation. The Reward: Competitive salary Car or allowance Company benefits package Varied projects and tenders Continued local work within the South West region. Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this, or any other vacancy (phone number removed)
