Commercial Director

Build Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 119,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing contractor seeks a Commercial Director to oversee the planned maintenance division in London & South East. This role involves managing commercial aspects, compliance, and mentoring a skilled team. Candidates should have experience in social housing and a BSc in Quantity Surveying. Benefits include company pension, life insurance, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Wellness programs

Bike-to-work scheme

Continuous professional development

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a senior commercial role within the social housing sector.
• Strong legal and contractual knowledge in construction.
• Experience managing large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the division’s performance.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislative requirements.
• Oversee procurement processes and subcontractor engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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Commercial Director – Planned Maintenance
Up to £140k
London & South East

My client are a leading social housing contractor who are looking for a Commercial Director to lead a planned maintenance division in the South East of England.

Key Responsibilities for the Commercial Director:

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the division’s performance and reporting.
• Work closely with senior leadership to meet divisional budgets and profit targets.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, SHEQ standards, and compliance with legislative requirements.
• Drive accurate and timely commercial reporting, ensuring project success and target margin delivery.
• Support in the preparation and negotiation of contracts, valuations, and final accounts.
• Oversee procurement processes and subcontractor engagement to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Lead and mentor a talented team, promoting development and high performance.

The Commercial Director should have:

• Previous experience of a senior commercial role within the social housing sector.
• BSc in Quantity Surveying or a similar commercial discipline.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent knowledge of legal and contractual processes within the construction industry.
• Experience in managing large-scale projects and delivering high-quality results.

Benefits for the Commercial Director:

• Company pension, life insurance, and private medical insurance.
• Wellness programs and bike-to-work scheme.
• Continuous professional development and career growth opportunities.

If this role is of interest, please get in touch with Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.

Build Recruitment Limited acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Build Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.