Commercial Director

300 North Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established housing development company is seeking a Commercial Director to oversee financial and contractual matters across multiple projects. The role demands a commercially astute leader with strong negotiation skills, financial acumen, and experience in the housing or construction sector. Responsibilities include managing costs, contracts, and stakeholder relationships to drive profitability and ensure project efficiency.

Qualifications

• Strong commercial mindset with excellent financial acumen.
• Experience in housing, residential development, or construction.
• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial activities to ensure profitability.
• Oversee contract negotiations and manage relationships with stakeholders.
• Provide commercial oversight of project costs and financial targets.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Commercial Director

Location: Catterick

Salary:

£85,000 - £90,000 + Package & Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a well-established new build housing development company based near Catterick. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute professional to take ownership of financial and contractual matters across multiple housing projects. You will play a key role in maximising profitability, managing risks, and ensuring commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Commercial Strategy:

• Lead and manage all commercial activities, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement cost control and procurement strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse budgets, forecasts, and expenditure, ensuring financial targets are met.

Contract Management:

• Oversee contract negotiations, variations, and claims to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, including JCT and NEC contracts.

Cost & Risk Management:

• Provide commercial oversight of project costs, valuations, and final accounts.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with projects.
• Work closely with the operational and finance teams to ensure project profitability.

Stakeholder & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial professionals.
• Work closely with senior management to drive business growth and commercial strategy.
• Collaborate with the land, planning, and construction teams to ensure project efficiency.

This role is ideal for a highly analytical, commercially driven professional with a background in the housing or construction sector. The ideal candidate will have:

A strong commercial mindset with excellent financial acumen.

Experience in housing, residential development, or construction.

A track record of managing contracts, costs, and budgets effectively.

Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop a team.

Knowledge of contract law, procurement, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

Membership with RICS, CIOB, or a relevant professional body (preferred).

Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in the housing sector.

To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Joe on (phone number removed)