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Senior Qs / Commercial Manager

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Randstad

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Freelance Senior QS/Commercial Manager - Special Projects Division - London. I have an urgent requirement for a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager to run multiple (2-5) projects from c.£1m-£5m from preconstruction (cost planning, estimating and pricing) through the construction process and to close out. The role is multi-site across two locations in London with one day a week working from home. Contract duration will be a minimum of a year / ongoing freelance, with the potential for temp-to-perm as required.

Job Responsibility:

  • Run multiple (2-5) projects from c.£1m-£5m from preconstruction through the construction process and to close out
  • Involve preconstruction and procuring and managing principal/main contractors
  • Projects are varied - primarily fit out but also including minor infrastructure, refurb/build, decarbonisation and M&E

Requirements:

  • BSc quantity surveying
  • Must be eligible to live and work in the UK
  • Strong experience both pre and post-contract, preferably on fit out and/or refurb projects under £5m
What we offer:

Financial £450 - £500

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 23, 2026

Expiration:
March 04, 2026

Work Type:
Hybrid work
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