Temporary Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager High-Value Commercial Fit Out Projects Location: London
Day Rate: £350 - £400 per day
Duration: Minimum 3 months (ongoing opportunity)
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager looking to take ownership of large-scale, high-value commercial fit-out projects in a fast-paced environment? We re seeking a commercially astute professional to join a leading interior fit-out contractor delivering projects valued in excess of £10 million for blue-chip clients across London and the UK.
The Role As a Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you ll be responsible for ensuring the commercial success of multiple live projects - from procurement through to final account. You ll oversee financial control, manage subcontractor relationships, and safeguard profitability while maintaining the highest quality and contractual standards.
Key Responsibilities - Lead day-to-day project commercial controls and reporting
- Manage subcontractor and supplier procurement ahead of project start
- Prepare and agree valuations, issue invoices, and manage payment processes
- Cost and agree all client variations within agreed timeframes
- Produce weekly financial summaries highlighting risks and opportunities
- Monitor and forecast costs, margins, and project profitability
- Administer contractual notices under JCT/NEC agreements
- Attend weekly client and subcontractor meetings
- Manage multiple live projects concurrently, ensuring all billable work is captured and invoiced
About You - Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or equivalent, or 5+ years relevant experience
- Proven experience delivering complex commercial fit-out schemes exceeding £10m
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen
- Excellent working knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts
- Proficient in Procore or similar project management software
- Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Experience with top-tier contractors is highly desirable
Interested? For more details, please contact
David on
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