Commercial Manager

Randstad Cpe London; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager for a 12-month contract. You will be responsible for delivering high-profile projects in the rail infrastructure sector, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in a contractor-side environment, a relevant degree, and strong skills in cost forecasting and negotiation. Competitive daily rate offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a contractor-side environment.
• Professional membership with RICS or ICES preferred or in progress.
• Ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-profile projects providing commercial and contractual support.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Manage both direct labour and subcontract costs.

Skills

Cost forecasting

Change management

Subcontract administration

Excellent commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager – Birmingham | 12 months contract | £450-550 per day | Outside of IR35

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a leading organisation within the rail infrastructure sector. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering high-profile projects, providing commercial and contractual support across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Working as part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you’ll ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest commercial standards.

About You

We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a dynamic project environment. You will bring:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within a contractor-side environment (ideally rail, construction, or engineering).
• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (professional membership with RICS or ICES preferred or in progress).
• Strong capability in cost forecasting, change management, and subcontract administration.
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience managing both direct labour and subcontract costs.
• The ability to work independently under pressure and deliver results to tight deadlines.

How to Apply

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To apply for this position contact Mellissa Voong by emailing your CV to [e-mail]

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Qualifications

• Proven experience as described above (see responsibilities).