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Job Description Commercial Lead (Outside IR35) - Residential

We are seeking a seasoned Commercial Lead to spearhead a suite of residential developments across West Sussex. This is a high-impact, autonomous role for a commercial professional who enjoys the balance of managing live sites while securing the next phase of the pipeline.

With a heavy presence in Burgess Hill, Billingshurst, Horsham, and Ashington , we need someone who knows the local market and can hit the ground running.

The Opportunity

Contract Length: 12 Months (strong potential for extension)

Status: Outside IR35

Start Date: Immediate

Location: Hybrid/Site-based (West Sussex cluster)

The Role & Responsibilities

As the Commercial Lead, you won't just be crunching numbers; you'll be the strategic anchor for our regional projects. Your remit includes:

Project Oversight: Managing a live residential scheme while simultaneously leading the tendering process for one to two upcoming projects.

Financial Rigor: Full responsibility for CVRs , cost forecasting, and final accounts.

Supply Chain: Managing S/C valuations and maintaining strong subcontractor relationships.

Mentorship: Managing and developing an Apprentice QS , fostering the next of talent.

Systems: Utilizing COINS for all financial reporting and project management.

What You'll Bring

Residential Expertise: You must have a robust background in the residential sector (new build housing/apartments).

Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience with COINS is essential.

Versatility: Comfortable moving between high-level tendering strategy and day-to-day QS tasks.

Leadership: A natural ability to lead a small team and communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Why Apply?

This is a long-term, stable contract offering a competitive day rate and the chance to lead a regional portfolio. If you are a Senior QS ready to step into a Lead capacity-or an established Commercial Manager looking for a local West Sussex project-we want to hear from you.

Note: Due to the immediate start required, we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis.

Randstad CPE values and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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