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Commercial Manager

Building Careers UK

Stourbridge

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

26 days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to enhance project profitability and operational efficiency. This role involves overseeing the commercial aspects of construction projects, ensuring financial control, and managing subcontractors effectively. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to progress to Commercial Director within a year, making a significant impact on project outcomes. If you have a strong background in commercial management and a passion for driving profitability in a dynamic environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
  • Strong track record in driving commercial performance improvements.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all commercial aspects of construction projects from tender to final accounts.
  • Implement commercial processes to ensure profitability and accurate cost reporting.

Skills

Commercial Management
Subcontractor Management
Financial Control
Negotiation Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying
Professional Qualification in Commercial Management

Job description

Job Role - Commercial Manager

About the role:

We are looking for an experienced, commercially focused Commercial Manager to drive project profitability and operational efficiency. You will manage the commercial aspects of our projects, ensuring financial control, subcontractor management, and timely, profitable completion. The successful candidate will progress to Commercial Director within 12 months, based on demonstrable commercial improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Take overall commercial responsibility for all construction projects, from tender through to final accounts.
  2. Implement and manage robust commercial processes that drive profitability, ensure accuracy in cost reporting, and foster effective financial management.
  3. Ensure timely project delivery within budget while proactively managing financial risks and resolving issues that may arise.
  4. Oversee the selection, management, and performance evaluation of subcontractors, ensuring that all subcontractor appointments meet project requirements, capability, and commercial criteria.
  5. Establish and lead rigorous negotiation processes to enhance project margins and overall profitability.
  6. Provide clear, strategic commercial direction to construction management and project teams, ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Requirements:

  1. Proven Experience: A strong track record as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within an SME contractor environment.
  2. Sector Knowledge: A comprehensive understanding of working across multiple sectors, including public sector, social housing, education, healthcare, industrial, and commercial projects.
  3. Commercial Success: Demonstrable success in driving commercial performance improvements and profitability within a hands-on contracting environment.
  4. Subcontractor Management: Excellent skills in subcontractor selection, management, negotiation, and performance evaluation.
  5. Qualification: A professional qualification or relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field is preferred.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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