Laminar Projects

We are Shape.Construction ! About the job Contractors bleed margin on every project. Unmanaged change. Disputed claims. Missing records. When field teams don't follow processes, events go undocumented. Commercial teams scramble for evidence that doesn't exist. Disputes drag on. Recoverable profit vanishes. On high value projects, millions of pounds disappear. Why? Field teams use clunky tools that are too complex and too slow. Critical events never get recorded. The audit trail has gaps. Commercial teams fight disputes with weak evidence, chase missing records, and lose recoverable margin while the business faces unnecessary claims. Shape fixes this once and for all. Shape is the only platform simple enough for field teams to adopt instantly, yet powerful enough to drive real commercial outcomes. Site teams capture every issue, event, and change in real time. Shape automatically builds the bullet proof evidence commercial teams need to defend and recover claims. The result: Fewer lost disputes. Faster resolutions. Full subcontractor accountability. Commercial teams manage change proactively instead of reacting to it. This is the problem we solve. But to really help our customers, we need experts who understand their pain first hand. Many of our customers are Quantity Surveyors. Who better to consult them than other Quantity Surveyors? That's where you come in. We are looking for a seasoned Managing Quantity Surveyor ready not just for a change of role, but a change of industry. This is your opportunity to break away from the grind of construction and step into the fast growing world of construction SaaS. As our Manager of Commercial Strategy, you'll use your hard won expertise to guide other commercial teams through the biggest challenge they face: change and claims. Instead of battling over margins on a single project, you'll be leading conversations that transform how entire companies protect their profit. This is consultative sales and customer success at the highest level - where your product and impact scale far beyond any single contract. Purpose of the role To partner with our customers' commercial teams, helping them take control of change, disputes and claims using Shape. You will use your industry expertise to show them how to protect margin, build defensible records, and prevent the losses that most projects suffer today. Your top 5 responsibilities Consult with commercial leaders to uncover where they are losing profit to change and disputes, and show how Shape stops margin leakage. Support customer adoption ensuring site and office teams use Shape consistently to capture changes, issues and claims. Coach customers on strengthening claims and defending disputes with documented, auditable records. Act as the commercial voice inside Shape, shaping product development to better match the realities of construction projects. Share best practice and lessons learned across our customer base, raising standards and outcomes for the entire industry. Your Capabilities Significant experience as a Commercial Manager or in a similar construction role. Deep understanding of how unmanaged change and poor records erode project profitability. Strong communication skills - able to win trust and explain complex issues simply. Strategic thinker who can move from diagnosing problems to implementing solutions. Desire to make an industry wide impact, not just improve a single project or business. Nice to Have (If you don't have it now you will after joining) Experience advising or consulting with multiple stakeholders. Knowledge of SaaS platforms or digital transformation in construction. Comfortable leading workshops, training sessions, or customer presentations. Ability to link commercial pain points to practical technology solutions. Shape isn't the place for you if any of the following is true: You want an easy, chilled out role without much challenge You like to be the smartest person in the room You don't like continuously receiving honest candid feedback You prefer to do your own thing rather than work with a team At Shape we value diverse experiences and perspectives, empowering each member to contribute their unique capabilities towards our collective success, so if you don't think you meet all the criteria but still are excited about this role we encourage you to apply anyway! Salary and Benefits Standard Stuff Extremely competitive Paid annual leave (varies by location) + statutory bank holidays Private health insurance In house coaching sessions Discretionary bonus scheme for all team members The Life Changing Stuff 4 Day Weeks: that's right, every week Flexibility: We care about outcomes, not clock watching Grow your whole self: Access to a coach, mentor, well being therapist and a development focused environment designed to give you 5 years of growth in 1 year Be surrounded by the best: We only hire the top talent; progression is fast and development is unbounded. Long term impact: Shape is tackling the single biggest issue in construction delivery, with solutions designed to spread and outlast us. Please do not book a demo via the Shape website as part of the application.

Are you a Project Manager who is a bit tired of the standard old-fashioned way of doing things in the construction industry? Do you get deep satisfaction from making things run more efficiently using a good dose of common sense and maybe a bit of technology? We are Laminar Projects, an award-winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. About the Role This is a hybrid role that will combine remote working with site presence in client reporting requirements and engagement in the Cardiff area. The role is specifically for project management professionals who are experienced working in Data Centres, preferably on the developer/end customer side. Responsibilities Support Contractor pre-qualification, bid solicitation, bid analysis, and recommendations Support Contract negotiation, typically in concert with the Client's PM and legal counsel Coordinate Design Team activities supporting Client PM Ensure AE is completing the complete list of City and/or other Authority approvals process, permitting, etc. Coordinate Constructability review of project documents Provide / Gather cost estimates working with subs and other vendors for scope gaps/changes Produce Cash flow projections on a monthly basis Assist client in identifying, scoping, buying-out, and scheduling of all Owner-direct vendors and manage day-to-day the delivery of project within agreed budget requirements Requirements Mastery: Project background with at least 8+ years of experience on construction projects, including hands-on claims involvement from start to finish Communication: Proficient communicator in written and verbal English Leadership: A relentless approach to dealing with people Impact: A track record of making projects and organisations better beyond just doing the basics What We Offer Competitive salary dependent on location and capability Paid Annual Leave 25 days + statutory Bank Holidays Pension (Match contribution up to 7%) Private health insurance In-House Coaching Sessions Discretionary bonus scheme for all team members Flexibility: Getting things done is what really matters, not what time of day you do it. Grow your whole self: Our leaders are more like coaches and one of our main objectives is to give 5 years' worth of learning and development for every 1 year with us. Be surrounded by the best: We only hire and retain the very best people. How to Apply We get thousands of applications, so please write us a letter as part of your application explaining why you want to join us and what you think you bring to the team. You must be located and have the current right to work in the UK/EU. We can support the transfer of existing UK visas, but cannot sponsor new visas.

A fast-growing SaaS provider in the UK is seeking a Manager of Commercial Strategy. You will leverage your commercial expertise to consult with teams, reshape how they manage change and claims, and enhance overall profitability in construction. This role requires a strong strategic thinker with excellent communication skills. The company offers a competitive salary, remote work options, and a culture focused on growth and development.

A leading construction consultancy is seeking a Project Manager with over 8 years of experience in the construction industry. This hybrid role demands coordination in bid processes and contractor management. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits include 25 days of paid annual leave and private health insurance. Apply with a letter detailing your fit for the role.

Overview Shape.Construction is digitising the construction industry to upgrade how projects are delivered. We aim to build a full suite of products for construction management and to grow as a team focused on people development and meaningful impact. Joining Shape is an opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company that values learning, collaboration, and personal growth, with a focus on delivering real change in construction.

Overview Shape.Construction is digitising the construction industry to upgrade how projects are delivered. We aim to build a full suite of products for construction management and to grow as a team focused on people development and meaningful impact. Joining Shape is an opportunity to be part of a fast-growing company that values learning, collaboration, and personal growth, with a focus on delivering real change in construction.