Commercial Manager - Construction - Dublin

Lumen Search; Toronto; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic construction company is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee all commercial activities and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors. This role requires strong commercial instincts, team management experience, and the ability to maintain margin control and contract compliance. The company is committed to delivering high-quality projects across various sectors and offers opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in a commercial role with a main contractor or developer.
• Experience managing teams and commercial functions on multiple projects.
• Ambitious and grounded with a desire to help shape and grow the commercial function.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Department and mentor a team of QS staff.
• Oversee cost planning, tendering, and contract negotiation.
• Monitor project commercial performance from tender stage to close-out.
• Help shape future growth of the department – including hiring and training.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract law knowledge

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Cost management systems

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related

Job description

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Base pay range

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Location : Dublin North (Head Office with Site Visits as Required On Occasion)

Company : Construction

Contract Type : Full-time, Permanent

Progression - Opportunity To Become Director & Big Part Of The Business Plans

Turnover - Approx. 0 - €50 Million

Notes - Ideally Managing QS or Commercial Manager level

About the Company

This is is a dynamic and-growing construction company delivering high-quality projects across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. With a commitment to excellence, integrity, and collaborative working they has built a strong reputation for delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget.

As the business continues to scale, they are seeking a strong Commercial Manager to lead and strengthen the commercial function and support continued success across multiple active projects.

The Role

As Commercial Manager , you will oversee all commercial activities across the business, managing a small but capable team of 3–4 Quantity Surveyors. You will report directly to the Managing Director and play a pivotal role in maintaining margin control, contract compliance, risk mitigation, and commercial reporting across the company’s portfolio of work.

This is a hands-on, visible leadership role with real impact – ideal for someone with strong commercial instincts and team management experience, who enjoys being close to the action in a growing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Commercial Department and mentor a team of QS staff (3–4 individuals).
• Oversee cost planning, tendering, contract negotiation, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Monitor project commercial performance from tender stage to project close-out.
• Work closely with Project Managers and Site Teams to ensure alignment between commercial and delivery teams.
• Assist in resource planning, subcontractor procurement, and commercial risk assessment.
• Maintain and improve internal reporting systems to give senior leadership real-time visibility on margin, cost risks, and cash flow.
• Represent them in client and subcontractor commercial discussions.
• Help shape future growth of the department – including hiring, training, and process development.

Requirements

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or a related discipline.

10+ years’ experience in a commercial role with a main contractor or developer.

Experience managing teams and commercial functions on multiple simultaneous projects.

Excellent commercial awareness, contract law knowledge, and negotiation skills.

Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication abilities.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and cost management systems.

Ambitious and grounded with a desire to help shape and grow the commercial function.

Please get in touch by applying here, email me on [e-mail] or call me on 083 207 7469

Seniority level

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Project Management and Other

Industries

Construction and Building Construction

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