Posted 30 July, 2026
Senior QS / Commercial Manager - Resi - £100k + Equity
Rising Associates Ltd
Islington, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Senior QS / Commercial Manager - Progression to Commercial Director £100k first year + Equity OpportunityLocation: Central London Hybrid WorkingWe are partnering with an ambitious, well-funded construction SME specialising in luxury, low-volume residential and housebuilding projects to appoint a Senior QS / Commercial Manager with a clear pathway to Commercial Director.Having recently secured investment, the business is entering an exciting period of growth, with a strong pipeline of high-quality residential developments across London and Home Counties with an ambitious three year growth plan.This is a rare opportunity for a commercially driven Senior QS / Commercial Manager who is ready to step into a broader leadership role, helping shape the commercial function and progressing into a Commercial Director position within 12 months.The Opportunity Initially, you will take ownership of commercial delivery across a portfolio of luxury residential projects, working closely with the leadership team. As the business grows, you will play a key role in developing commercial strategy, systems, and the wider QS function.You will:Take ownership of project commercial performance, profitability, and reportingDrive cost control, CVRs, cashflow management, and margin protectionLead procurement, subcontract management, valuations, variations, and final accountsSupport pre-contract strategy, tendering, pricing, and risk managementManage commercial relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partnersIntroduce robust commercial processes and governance as the company scalesMentor and develop junior commercial team membersProgress into Commercial Director responsibility, leading the commercial functionAbout You You will be an experienced Senior QS / Commercial Manager looking for the next step in your career.Ideally, you will have:Experience working for a UK main contractor or residential developerBackground in luxury residential, high-end refurbishment, or quality-led housebuildingStrong understanding of JCT contracts, procurement, and commercial riskAbility to manage projects from pre-construction through to completionConfidence working with senior stakeholders and company directorsA hands-on, entrepreneurial approach suited to a growing SME environmentAmbition to progress into a board-level commercial leadership roleRICS or equivalent qualification is desirable but not essential.Why Join? Clear route to Commercial Director within 12 monthsFuture equity participation aligned with business growthBoard-level exposure and influenceOpportunity to build and lead a commercial functionCentral London office with hybrid workingJoin a well-funded, ambitious business at a key stage of expansionThis is an opportunity to become a key part of the leadership team and play a major role in building the future of a growing luxury residential contractor.leadership team with clear ambitionsTPBN1_UKTJ
