Commercial Manager (JN -032026-64493) Manchester, England

Our client is a groundworks and civil engineering contractor based in the North West, they are a stable, profitable, have a residential developer client base which is predominantly repeat business and are set to increase their turnover in 2027. They're looking for a Commercial Manager. 

As Commercial Manager, your main responsibilities are as follows: 

  • Lead and manage the commercial team (Quantity Surveyors, Assistants, and Administrators) across multiple projects.
  • Oversee all commercial and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered within budget and profit targets.
  • Manage client relationships, including negotiation and agreement of contracts, variations, and final accounts.
  • Support the Director with business development, client relationships, and recruitment of key personnel
  • To lead the commercial team in maximising the commercial performance of the business
  • To ensure that the strategy, policy, culture and standards established by the business leadership team are effectively deployed within the commercial team.
  • Control costs and effectively manage budgets
  • Manage and support projects on commercial and supplier contracting aspects of projects across the business
  • Support the in work winning
  • Manage operational efficiency, continuously identify areas for business improvement
  • Manage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders

 

Person Specification: 

  • Experienced in the delivery of groundworks as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager / Director
  • The role suits an individual with a proven track record in successfully leading a target driven commercial team within the groundworks or house building industry.
  • Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required
  • Excellent commercial acumen and strong financial and business skills are essential for this role.

 

Remuneration: 

  • Competitive salary (depending on experience)
  • Highly Competitive Performance Bonus
  • Company vehicle or car allowance
  • Health cover
  • Pension contribution
  • Other additional benefits