North-Gate

We are currently engaged by a highly regarded, privately owned, national sub-contracting organisation that delivers both Roofing and Cladding projects across the UK. They seek a Commercial lead to oversee a series of projects for a prestigious client and thus further strengthen their regional commercial team. They are looking for a strong Senior QS/MQS or Commercial Manager who can lead on a 30m+ project portfolio, ideally someone whom also has the ambition and potential to grow with this leading business. Responsibilities Reporting to the Commercial Director Preparing & agreeing commercial strategies for projects at tender stage through to site, and as each project develops. Leading NEC subcontract procurement and negotiation and Commercially challenging the construction process as, being hands on with projects and staff yet able to contribute at strategic level. Assisting with the management of any significant commercial, legal & contractual issues. Lead the pricing of high-value compensation events Lead the down-selection and appointment of subcontractors and suppliers ensuring best value and compliance with project requirements Foster collaborative relations with the client, project stakeholders and supply chain partners Provide commercial assurance, dispute avoidance. analysing contract issues, risks & opportunities within tenders and ensuring these are built into the commercial strategy. Manage the procurement of key work packages from pre-tender through to contract award Prepare and issue invitations to Tender (ITT) and Manage the full tender process Liaising with clients, subcontractors & consultants as required. Management and mentoring/development of junior commercial staff. Requirements Minimum 5 years as a Senior QS or higher, ideally working for a main/sub-contractor on projects valued between 5M and 50M. Strong experience of NEC Contract (essential), ensuring compliance with contractual processes and timelines Someone who can manage a portfolio of projects with a combined value of a minimum 30M+. Ability to confidently challenge, review, and validate cost build-ups and estimates from team members and subcontractors Ideally degree educated with a career demonstrating ambition, loyalty and progression. A large proportion of your experience should ideally be in the commercial, mixed use, retail, leisure and/or industrial sectors. Experience in defence sector is desirable but not essential Someone with an interest in dispute avoidance and construction/contract law may be desirable Must be eligible to obtain SC (Security Check) clearance Sole UK nationality is required for security clearance eligibility This is an exceptional long term role with a leading UK construction business, with a great team and company culture. All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.