Commercial Manager

Clarion; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee commercial activities in Bristol. This hybrid role involves managing procurement and risk for residential and mixed-use projects. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial leadership and contract administration skills. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and managing project costs. Join an award-winning team committed to community-focused regeneration across the UK.

Benefits

£5,000 car allowance

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading commercial projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement legislation.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities across development projects.
• Ensure compliance with the Procurement Act.
• Manage risks and ensure value for money.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Risk management

Contract administration

Cost control

Job description

• Location: Hybrid - Bristol base location
• Salary: £61,698 to £77,123 plus £5,000 car allowance per annum
• (in exceptional circumstances we would consider a salary of up to 10% above the top of the advertised range)
• Hours: 36 hours per week - flexible options considered
• Contract Type: Permanent

Join our team - Employer of the Year Housing Heroes awards 2025 and one of LinkedIn's Top Companies 2024

This is your opportunity to contribute to sustainable housing delivery and community-focused regeneration across the UK.

Reporting to the Head of Commercial you'll play a key role as part of the commercial team to deliver Procurement, Commercial Management and Risk Management to the wider Development directorate.

We're looking for a Commercial Manager to act as the commercial lead across a portfolio of residential and mixed-use development projects, overseeing all commercial and contractual activities from pre-construction through to completion.

You'll be responsible for ensuring value for money, effective risk management, and full compliance with the Procurement Act, while aligning with Clarion's commercial governance and procurement procedures.

This is a hands‑on role requiring strong commercial leadership, robust cost control, and confident contract administration. You'll work closely with Development...