Commercial Director

Our client is a groundworks and civil engineering company based in the East Midlands, operating as a sub-contractor for many major construction companies over various market sectors in the Construction Industry. They have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director.

Role Purpose:

• Development and management of the commercial function, covering estimating, surveying, cost control and buying.
• Business development, client relationships, and recruitment of key personnel.

Main Responsibilities:

• 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.
• Manage operational efficiency, continuously identify areas for business improvement.
• Manage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders.

Person Specification:

The following qualities and experience are essential:

• Experienced in either the delivery of groundworks at a senior management/director level or commercial experience with a large housebuilder.
• Proven track record in successfully leading a target-driven commercial team within the groundworks or house building industry.
• Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent commercial acumen and strong financial and business skills.
• Successful track record in making independent, strategic decisions.
• Ambitious individual seeking progression (potential opportunity to rise to the position of Managing Director).

What's in it for you?

• Reputation: proficient in residential groundworks, demonstrating a strong track record of repeat business.
• Progression and Development: you'll be joining a company that is continuing to grow sustainably, with a focus on developing and promoting their employees to fulfil their potential.
• Supportive management: a personable environment, with a strong reputation for taking care of their employees, supporting them, and retaining them.
• Sustainability: well-run sites with a reputation for quality, health and safety and excellent customer service.
• Stability: A financially secure company with a strong order book for 2025.

Remuneration:

Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and package dependent on experience, plus a bonus and car allowance. Please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information.

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