Commercail Manager

Peace Recruitment Group Ltd; Fort William, Inverness; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK main contractor based in the Scottish Highlands is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee the financial performance of large construction projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in commercial management within the building sector, with strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts. This role offers a competitive salary, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for long-term progression within the company.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term progression

Job security

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial management with a main contractor.
• Membership of RICS, ICES, or CIOB or working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial strategy and oversee project financials.
• Manage NEC/JCT contract administration.
• Engage with clients, design teams and supply chain partners.

Skills

Commercial Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

Job description

Commercial Manager - Major Building & Construction Projects

Location: Scottish Highlands

Salary: Competitive + benefits

Employment Type: Permanent

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading UK main contractor with a strong footprint across Scotland. With a growing portfolio of building projects throughout the Highlands, the business is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to support the commercial delivery of major construction schemes.

The Company

Our client is a Tier 1 contractor delivering complex projects across:

• Education facilities
• Healthcare developments
• Commercial and mixed-use buildings
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Public sector and community projects
• Refurbishment, extensions and major upgrades

They are widely recognised for high-quality delivery, long-term frameworks and strong project stability.

The Role

As Commercial Manager, you will lead the commercial and financial performance of large building projects, ensuring robust contract management and effective commercial governance from pre-construction through to final account.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading commercial strategy and overseeing project financials
• Managing NEC/JCT contract administration
• Subcontract procurement, cost control, valuations and forecasting
• Preparing commercial reports and advising senior leadership
• Managing commercial teams and mentoring junior staff
• Engaging with clients, design teams and supply chain partners
• Contributing to bids and supporting pre-construction activity

About You

We're looking to speak with commercially strong construction professionals who have:

• Commercial Management experience with a BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Membership of RICS, ICES, or CIOB (or working towards)
• Experience working on building / construction projects with a main contractor
• Strong knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts
• Ability to lead commercial teams and manage large project portfolios
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Long-term progression within a major Tier-1 main contractor
• The chance to lead flagship building projects across the Scottish Highlands
• Supportive leadership and excellent long-term job security