Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor

1w1 week ago

J&B Hopkins

Fareham, GB · Full-time · £80,000 – £80,000

About this role

We are seeking a commercially astute professional to lead all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring strong financial performance. You will partner with delivery teams and Department Managers, providing clear contractual advice. Projects will be delivered in line with agreed plans.

You will oversee contract documentation and advise on pre-tender and post-contract matters. Draft and issue contractual correspondence to clients and subcontractors while building post-contract relationships with design teams and clients. Lead material procurement strategies and negotiate subcontract agreements.

At Hopkins, our purpose is to always deliver high levels of customer service and industry knowledge. Our vision is to self-deliver sustainable projects from design through installation and maintenance. We have built a team of dedicated, innovative and creative people who never settle for just average.

As we grow our network across the south of the UK with hubs in Hampshire, East Sussex and Thames Valley, join a progressive business that invests in people. You will be encouraged to develop using business tools and a bespoke development plan tailored to your needs with HR and line manager support.

Requirements

HNC/HND/BSc in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or related discipline; Chartered status or RICS membership preferred
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skills
Strong leadership with the ability to manage teams and foster collaboration
Commercially aware, self-motivated, and proactive in problem-solving
Experience managing multiple projects with attention to detail
Flexible, adaptable, and able to work across different business areas
Committed to continuous improvement and adding value
Full UK driving license

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain contract documentation, advising on pre-tender and post-contract matters
Draft and issue contractual correspondence to clients and subcontractors
Build and maintain strong post-contract relationships with design teams and clients
Lead material procurement strategies and negotiate subcontract agreements
Ensure timely submission of interim valuations and payments
Manage and resolve variations to optimise project value
Certify subcontractor valuations and final accounts, and agree final accounts with clients
Conduct cost-value reconciliations and oversee regular project financial reports