Quantity Surveyor in City of London

Job description

Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor

Location: London

Employment Type: Full-Time |

About the Role

Join a leading engineering and construction business where your skills will shape the future of high-performance environments. At JCA, we're seeking a driven and commercially astute Commercial Manager / Quantity Surveyor to take ownership of a portfolio of contracts—ensuring services are delivered cost-effectively, compliantly, and to the highest standards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a collaborative and innovative business where your contributions will be recognised, your voice will matter, and your career can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Take full financial and commercial responsibility for your contracts portfolio
• Support delivery teams with monthly valuations, cost forecasting, applications, and variations
• Ensure contracts are administered in line with legal frameworks and timelines
• Monitor and report on project costs, sales, gross profit, and commercial risks
• Develop strong client relationships to drive repeat business and contract retention
• Identify new revenue streams and contribute to strategic business growth
• Maintain accurate commercial data, records, and reports
• Manage and develop supply chain relationships and sub-contractor performance
• Prepare and manage all aspects of tenders and contract documentation
• Lead or support quantity surveying teams where applicable

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone with a keen commercial mindset and strong industry knowledge who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-project environment.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or HND in Quantity Surveying, Construction, or Engineering
• Professional certification (e.g. MRICS) preferred
• Proven commercial leadership experience in construction or engineering
• Strong understanding of construction contracts and risk management
• Proficiency in Excel, SharePoint, Document Management Systems, and tools such as Asta Powerproject or Anaplan
• Familiarity with SME environments and broad business operations
• CSCS Card holder
• Valid UK Driving Licence

Key Skills:

• Analytical, strategic, and detail-focused
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management
• Clear and confident communication
• Results-oriented with a proactive mindset

Why Join JCA?

At JCA, we pride ourselves on delivering engineering excellence with integrity. We offer a supportive environment where innovation, collaboration, and quality come first. Our business is structured around four core service areas:

• Engineering Projects
• Service & Maintenance
• Interior Fit-Out
• Design & Consultancy

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• A collaborative, values-driven culture
• The chance to work on business-critical, high-profile projects

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career?

Apply now and become part of a team that's leading the way in engineering and construction excellence.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English