M&E QS / Commercial Manager

Job Title: Part-Time QS / Commercial Manager (M&E)

Job Type: Freelance

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent (office-based)

Contract Type: Part-Time (3 days per week or flexible hours across the week)

Pay: £350 - £400 per day (Depending on experience)

About the Company

Our client is a well-established and growing M&E contractor based in Kent, delivering mechanical and electrical packages across a range of commercial, residential, and fit-out projects.

Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are looking to appoint an experienced Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to support and take ownership of the commercial function on a part-time basis.

The Role

This is a flexible, part-time opportunity for an experienced QS or Commercial Manager to take full ownership of the commercial performance across multiple M&E projects.

The role is office-based in Sittingbourne, with flexibility around how the working pattern is structured — either 3 full days per week or hours spread across the week to suit both the business and the individual.

You will play a key role in managing project profitability, commercial risk, and financial performance across a busy portfolio of work.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of multiple M&E projects from pre-construction through to final account
• Preparing and managing cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts
• Subcontractor procurement, negotiation, and account management
• Producing valuations and applications for payment
• Managing variations, including pricing, submission, and agreement
• Monitoring project costs and producing regular financial reports
• Supporting project teams with commercial advice and risk management
• Ensuring projects are delivered profitably and within agreed budgets
• Final account preparation and agreement with clients and subcontractors

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within the M&E / Building Services sector
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical packages
• Previous experience working for an M&E contractor is essential
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Familiarity with standard forms of contract (JCT / NEC)
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

What’s on Offer

• Flexible working arrangement (3 days per week or equivalent hours spread across the week)
• Office-based role in Sittingbourne, Kent
• Long-term opportunity with a growing M&E contractor
• Full ownership of the commercial function
• Opportunity to directly impact project profitability and business growth