Commercial Lead

ARC (Norwich) Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading family-run building services provider is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to manage major projects in the Eastern Region. Responsibilities include overseeing financials, preparing applications, and leading reconciliations. The ideal candidate holds a recognised qualification in MEP or a related field, and is proactive with strong communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package including company car, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or allowance and fuel card

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension plan and family leave benefits

Access to personal healthcare and mental health support

Discounted gym membership

Fully funded professional development and training opportunities

“Refer a Friend” incentive scheme

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised qualification in an MEP or building services-related discipline.
• Proactive, detail-focused, and commercially astute.
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels.
• Structured in approach, with excellent organisational skills.
• Demonstrates sound commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial aspects of allocated projects valued at £7M+.
• Compile and submit monthly applications.
• Cost and agree project variation accounts.
• Prepare and lead monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) meetings.
• Negotiate and prepare sub-contract order documents.
• Value and raise monthly sub-contractor payment notifications and pay less notices.
• Oversee project credit control processes.

Skills

Proactive

Detail-focused

Commercially astute

Strong communicator

Excellent organisational skills

Education

Recognised qualification in MEP or building services-related discipline

Job description

About the Role

A leading family-run building services provider is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to join their established team in Northampton. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role within a business that has built a strong reputation for quality and reliability over many decades.

The successful candidate will take responsibility for the financial management of major projects across the Eastern Region, supporting the delivery of high-quality electrical and mechanical design, installation, and maintenance services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial aspects of allocated projects valued at £7M+
• Compile and submit monthly applications
• Cost and agree project variation accounts
• Prepare and lead monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) meetings
• Negotiate and prepare sub-contract order documents
• Value and raise monthly sub-contractor payment notifications and pay less notices
• Oversee project credit control processes

About You

• Hold a recognised qualification in an MEP or building services-related discipline
• Proactive, detail-focused, and commercially astute
• Strong communicator with the ability to build positive relationships at all levels
• Structured in approach, with excellent organisational skills
• Demonstrates sound commercial awareness and problem-solving ability

What’s on Offer

This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Company car or allowance and fuel card
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension plan and family leave benefits
• Access to personal healthcare and mental health support
• Discounted gym membership
• Fully funded professional development and training opportunities
• “Refer a Friend” incentive scheme

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected, forward-thinking organisation that values its people and fosters a supportive, inclusive environment. You’ll be part of a team where your contribution is recognised, and your career growth is encouraged.

Interested? To apply for this exciting opportunity or to find out more, please contact Harry Severn at ARC.

[e-mail] - 01603 519250