Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor

Required: Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor (Building Services)

Office Location: Bristol

Employment: Permanent

Salary: Negotiable based on level of experience

Job Reference: CMMS0209SD

Here at 1^st Step Solutions, we are supporting a well-established and growing building services contractor who are looking to appoint a Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor to join their Bristol office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven professional to step into a key leadership role, driving commercial operations and maximising profitability across a diverse portfolio of projects.

The Role

As Managing Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will:

• Lead and oversee all commercial, financial and surveying activities for multiple projects.
• Maximise opportunities to generate gross margins across contracts (NEC and JCT).
• Produce accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cashflow management.
• Manage and support project valuations, applications for payment, and final account negotiations.
• Build strong supplier and subcontractor relationships, including managing variations and rebates.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant construction legislation.
• Play an active role in developing and improving commercial processes within the business.

About You
We are looking for someone who is:

• A proven leader with at least 5 years' experience in a senior surveying or commercial management role.
• Commercially astute, proactive, and confident influencing stakeholders.
• Strong in relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Organised and resilient, able to thrive under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite essential).
• Qualified to ONC/HND level (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.

If you're ready to take the lead in a pivotal commercial role and make a real impact within a progressive contractor, we'd love to hear from you.