Managing Quantity Surveyor – Retail Projects
Location: Canterbury (flexible working / travel required)
Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 + package (including car allowance)
We are seeking an experienced Managing Quantity Surveyor to lead the commercial delivery of a portfolio of retail projects for a major client, including Marks & Spencer. Projects will range from smaller format fit-out schemes through to larger-scale refurbishments and developments.
This is a key leadership role responsible for managing multiple projects and supporting commercial teams across a live programme of works.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial management of multiple retail projects from pre-construction through to final account
- Oversee cost planning, procurement, and subcontractor management
- Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts
- Ensure projects are delivered within budget and in line with commercial targets
- Provide commercial reporting, forecasting, and risk management across the programme
- Support and mentor Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QS teams
- Work closely with operational teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Maintain strong commercial control across live retail environments
Key Requirements
- Proven experience as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Manager
- Strong background delivering retail projects, ideally including M&S programmes
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent knowledge of commercial processes, contracts, and cost control
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, live retail environments
- Willing to travel as required
What's on Offer
- £90,000 - £100,000 salary
- Car allowance
- Competitive benefits package
- Long-term pipeline of retail projects
Please apply or call Sam on (phone number removed)
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