Commercial Lead

JR United Kingdom; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits a commercially astute professional to lead a significant residential development project. This role involves overseeing the commercial function, managing relationships with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with agreements. You will play a pivotal role in redesigning the masterplan and influencing the strategic delivery of the project. With a competitive salary package and the chance to shape a flagship project from its early stages, this position offers a rewarding career path in a secure and well-backed environment. If you are driven and ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Car Allowance

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Long-term Secure Position

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role in residential construction.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and commercial practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial function on a significant residential scheme.
• Collaborate on redesigning the masterplan to enhance delivery and value.

Skills

Commercial Management

Strategic Thinking

Knowledge of UK Building Regulations

Subcontractor Management

Education

Relevant Degree in Construction or Business

Job description

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Lead to join a well-established residential developer with a major scheme based in Hertfordshire. Backed by strong financial investment, this project is delivering 1,500 units with an expected project life span of over 10 years.

This role would suit a commercially astute individual with a background in high-volume or high-end residential developments, who can take the lead commercially and assist in masterplan redesign and strategic commercial delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the commercial function on a significant residential scheme.
• Collaborate on redesigning the masterplan to enhance delivery and value.
• Oversee a team comprising of 5 surveyors with ranging experience levels.
• Ensure smooth commercial operations and compliance with existing agreements.
• Manage and maintain relationships with a strong network of pre-agreed subcontractors.
• Monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure financial targets are met.
• Work closely with construction and design teams to deliver against programme targets.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within residential construction.
• Strong knowledge of UK building regulations and commercial practices.
• Ability to oversee large-scale schemes and work collaboratively with internal teams.
• Experience managing subcontractor agreements and supplier relationships.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to influence design and delivery plans.

What’s on Offer:

• A highly competitive salary package with potential earnings exceeding £100k.
• Car allowance and comprehensive benefits package.
• Long-term, secure position with a well-backed and stable team.
• Opportunity to shape and influence a flagship project from early stages to completion.

If you're a commercially driven professional looking for a rewarding leadership role on a major residential project, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to [emailprotected], apply below, or get in touch for a confidential discussion.