Commercial Manager

Curve Recruitment; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and fit-out service provider in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee all commercial functions and drive sustainable growth. The ideal candidate has a solid background in the fit-out construction industry, possesses strong leadership skills, and is adept in commercial strategy, budgeting, and contract negotiations. Excellent analytical skills are essential for this pivotal role.

Benefits

GBP6,000 car allowance

25 days annual leave + birthday leave

Healthcare cash plan

Pension

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within the fit-out construction industry.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial risk.
• Advanced financial acumen and analytical ability.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple high-end fit-out projects.
• Develop and implement commercial strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee contract negotiations, budgeting, and forecasting.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Financial Acumen

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Business or Finance

RICS or CIOB membership

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Manager (Fitout)

Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire

Job type: Permanent

Salary: GBP75,000 - GBP85,000

Benefits: GBP6,000 car allowance, 25 days annual leave + birthday leave, Healthcare cash plan, Pension

A leading construction and fit-out service provider based in Cambridge is looking to strengthen their team with an experienced and strategic Commercial Manager to lead their Commercial team and oversee all commercial functions. This role is pivotal in driving profitable and sustainable growth across their portfolio of office and laboratory fit-out projects ranging in value from GBP100,000 to GBP8m.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple high-end fit-out projects (Cat A, Cat B and refurbishments).
• Lead, mentor and manage a team of Quantity Surveyors and Estimators.
• Develop and implement commercial strategy aligned with business goals.
• Oversee contract negotiations, budgeting, forecasting and risk management from pre-construction to final account.
• Liaise and build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners to ensure commercial alignment.
• Conduct market analysis to identify growth opportunities.

Qualifications and experience

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within the fit-out construction industry.
• Background with a main contractor or specialist fit-out contractor.
• Strong understanding of JCT contracts and commercial risk.
• Strong understanding of commercial and contractual aspects of fit-out projects.
• Excellent leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced financial acumen and analytical ability.
• Professional, pragmatic, and calm under pressure.
• Degree in Construction Management, Business or Finance (desirable).
• RICS or CIOB membership (desirable).

Please contact Adam Brown on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information about this role or if you are interested in a new opportunity (Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Head of Commercial, Senior QS, Senior Quantity Surveyor)