Commercial Manager

Crest Nicholson plc; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Bonus Scheme

Private healthcare and cash plan

25 days' annual leave

Cycle to work scheme

Share save scheme

Job summary

Crest Nicholson plc is recruiting a Commercial Manager for its Eastern Division. You will oversee cost management, procurement and payment of subcontractors on large-volume developments from pre-operational stages through final accounts.

Essentially, you will identify subcontractors, negotiate contracts, prepare documents and maintain budgets while ensuring compliance with company procedures and safety policies.

Qualifications

• Commercial awareness and ability to manage staff
• Experience as Commercial Manager in house-building or developer with mixed use credentials
• Organised and able to meet tight deadlines under pressure
• Degree or other technical qualification

Responsibilities

• Assist in cost management and procure sub-contractors across developments
• Negotiate and appoint sub-contractors within timescales
• Prepare sub-contract documents and evaluate claims/variations
• Maintain accurate cost estimates and site budgets
• Report and document procurement and cost information
• Support Surveying Executive and manage related duties

Skills

Commercial awareness

Staff management

Organised

Education

Degree/technical qualification

Job description

For over 60 years, we have been delivering premium homes for a life less ordinary. Built with care, quality and attention to detail, our homes are set within carefully planned, sustainable communities in beautifully chosen locations, giving our customers a home they’ll love.

Our success is built on exceptional people, and we’re committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent in the industry. We’ll give you the support, opportunities and culture to thrive, grow your career and be part of something that matters in a place where you can truly belong.

A new opportunity for a Commercial Manager role has arisen in Crest Nicholson's Eastern Division. As Commercial Manager you will be responsible for ensuring timely & accurate cost management, dealing with contractual issues & procurement & payment of sub-contractors for complex large volume development projects from pre-operational stage through to final account settlement.

Key Responsibilities:

• To assist in the speedy, accurate and cost effective management for development sites from pre-production negotiation to completion.
• By identification and assessment of suitable sub-contractors.
• By the negotiation and letting of sub-contractors within the set timescales including the recommendation of any possible cost effective savings on the development design detailed and materials specified.
• By the preparation of sub-contract documents ensuring that they contain all work and/or materials which are likely to be required to enable the dwelling to be ultimately completed.
• By the placing or vetting and approving of orders together with evaluation and verification of claims and variations.
• By regularly reviewing cost estimates and accurately maintaining site budgets.
• By recommending the most cost effective means of developing the land and advising any suitable alternatives.
• To be responsible for other duties associated with the above being:-
• Special projects as instructed by the Commercial Director.
• Providing further information and assistance to the Surveying Executive as and when required.
• Assist at all times in maintaining a safe working environment within Company workplaces, and applying the Company Health & Safety Policy, for their own, their colleagues, third parties and public's benefit.
• The specification of materials and plant in accordance with Group Agreements.
• Accurate and comprehensive procurement of all subcontract packages.
• Ensuring the team compliance with Crest Nicholson Commercial procedures.
• Accurate reporting and documenting.
• Assisting and managing the Surveyors.
• Any other duties that may be required

Essential Qualifications/Attributes

• Must be commercially aware with the ability to manage staff.
• Prior experience as a Commercial Manager, ideally with the house building industry or with a developer with mixed use credentials.
• Organised – Able to direct and work to strict deadlines and under pressure
• Degree or other technical qualification.

The Company

Our people are at the heart of our business, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and recognise that everyone has different needs outside of work too. That’s why, wherever possible, we’ll consider flexible working requests across every role, helping you find the right balance between work and life.

We're passionate about creating a culture built on collaboration, openness and continuous development, where your contributions are recognised, your career can grow, and you can make a real impact.

At Crest Nicholson, we care about you as an individual, not just the role you do, and we’re committed to supporting every part of your life — from your wellbeing and financial security to your lifestyle and career. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed with you in mind. This includes:

• Company Bonus Scheme
• Private healthcare and cash plan options
• 25 days' annual leave
• Cycle to work scheme
• Share save scheme

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