QS / Commercial Manager - Roofing in Croydon, Greater London

QS / Commercial Manager

Job Title: QS / Commercial Manager – Roofing

Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum + 25% KPI-based Bonus

Location: London & South East

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

Due to continuous expansion and key main contractor partnership wins, a highly respected specialist roofing contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor to take total ownership of the commercial function across their growing project portfolio.

This is a senior role within the business holding complete commercial responsibility for allocated contracts from pre-construction to final account settlement, while managing top-tier main contractor relationships across commercial, industrial, public sector, and retail markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Portfolio Ownership: Drive total cost control, valuation submissions, variation negotiations, and final account settlements across assigned projects.

• Subcontractor Management: Manage procurement, contractual terms, payment notices, and account settlements for all sub-contracted packages.

• Risk & Financial Reporting: Conduct thorough contract risk reviews (JCT/NEC formats), produce detailed Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), and present regular profitability forecasts to senior management.

• Cross-Departmental Support: Collaborate closely with Estimating teams during tender stages and guide Contracts and Site Managers on commercial strategy.

• Client & Contractor Liaison: Act as the main commercial point of contact for clients, consultants, and Tier 1 main contractors.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager within Construction, Building Envelope, or Roofing projects.

• Degree or equivalent higher qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management (RICS accreditation desirable).

• In-depth understanding of standard construction contracts (JCT/NEC), contract law, and commercial risk mitigation.

• Skilled negotiator with expertise in managing complex variation accounts and cash flow profiles.

• Advanced proficiency in Excel and standard construction cost management platforms.

Salary & Benefits

• Base Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

• Bonus Scheme: Up to 25% annual bonus based on commercial KPIs

• Package: Company vehicle or allowance, private health insurance, fully equipped IT kit, generous holiday allowance, and Christmas office closure.

About Invictus Recruitment

Invictus Recruitment is a specialist recruitment agency dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with industry-leading clients across the construction, building services, and property management sectors. We work closely with candidates to understand their career goals and match them with high-performing businesses that offer genuine career progression, competitive remuneration, and strong team cultures.

How to Apply:

To register your interest or apply for this position, please submit your updated CV directly to Invictus Group.