Commercial Manager

About Leo Lynch

Leo Lynch is a premier contractor specializing in mechanical and process engineering, delivering sophisticated projects in sectors such as semiconductor, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing. The company's reputation rests on engineering excellence, innovation, and a cooperative working style that produces excellent outcomes.

Role Summary

Leo Lynch is looking for an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager with a strong mechanical focus and notable expertise in semiconductor or high-tech construction projects. This senior role involves guiding commercial teams throughout all phases, from pre-construction to final account, ensuring excellent commercial performance, cost management, and contractual adherence on mechanical projects.

Key Duties

• Lead all commercial operations across significant mechanical and process projects.
• Ensure all contract conditions (NEC, FIDIC, or equivalents) and internal procedures are adhered to.
• Manage procurement strategies, subcontractor engagement, and contract administration duties.
• Prepare, submit, and negotiate project variations, claims, and finish final accounts.
• Identify and handle commercial risks and opportunities across the entire project lifecycle.
• Conduct detailed measurement and quantification of mechanical works using drawings, models, and site visits.
• Create Bills of Quantities, cost plans, and rate breakdowns.
• Develop, evaluate, and agree on project and star rates with clients and subcontractors.
• Maintain precise measurement records to support valuations and variations.
• Generate and update detailed cost forecasts, cash flow forecasts, and financial reports.
• Monitor project cost performance, value of completed work, and profitability metrics.
• Assist project teams by providing cost data to support decision-making and risk reduction.
• Manage monthly interim payment submissions aligning with contract terms.
• Review and certify payment claims from subcontractors ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Oversee change control processes and communication of commercial updates to stakeholders promptly.
• Lead, support, and guide project quantity surveying and commercial team members.
• Collaborate with engineering, planning, and project management to align technical and commercial goals.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors to facilitate clear and effective project delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc or equivalent degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related field.
• Professional qualifications such as MRICS, SCSI, or equivalent are preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in mechanical quantity surveying and commercial management.
• A proven background working on semiconductor, cleanroom, or similar high-tech industrial projects.
• Strong mechanical services knowledge including interpretation of technical drawings and specifications.
• Expertise with measurement, rate setting, valuations, and financial reporting.
• Excellent analytical abilities, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in cost management software and the Microsoft Office suite.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The company values equality and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.