Commercial Manager

Ernest And Florent LTD; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A fit out construction contractor in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee projects in the Office, Retail, and Education sectors. The role offers hybrid working, a salary of £70,000 - £80,000, and opportunities for growth within the company. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Quantity Surveying, along with experience in managing junior staff and various contracts.

Benefits

Competitive bonus scheme

Travel paid for

25 days annual leave

Healthcare package

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.
• Experience with various contracts such as JCT and NEC.
• Background in Fit Out projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Junior Quantity Surveyors.
• Manage pre-construction and tendering processes.
• Oversee delivery of projects valued between £350K and £5M.

Skills

Quantity Surveying experience

Strong contractual knowledge

Project management

Leading junior colleagues

Job description

A forward-thinking and established fit out construction contractor are looking for a well-rounded Commercial Manager to join their successful team in Cambridge.

The Commercial Manager should be keen to work on high-quality fit out related works. Based in the heart of Cambridge, this role will offer hybrid working to the Commercial Manager.

The Role of the Commercial Manager

The successful professional will be joining an award-winning Fit Out & interiors team who have big plans for growth in 2026, which the Commercial Manager will be a vital part of. Projects the Commercial Manager can expect to work on will be within the Office, Retail, and Education sectors, with contracts ranging from £350K - £5M.

A strong background as a Senior Quantity Surveyor would be beneficial. The Commercial Manager will be dealing with Pre-Construction, tendering, and delivery and will have strong contractual and payment knowledge to support this.

You will be leading and supporting Junior Quantity Surveyors and will also be supported by a Commercial Director.

Requirements

• 5+ years in a Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management position
• Experience with a variety of contracts (JCT, D&B, NEC)
• Experience with Fit Out projects
• Ideally experience with supporting and managing younger colleagues
• Experience with Office fit out

In Return

• £70,000 - £80,000
• Competitive bonus scheme
• Travel paid for
• Excellent Bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave
• Healthcare package
• Positive company culture
• Opportunity to grow a division within the business and become Commercial Director

If you are a Commercial Manager looking for an exciting move like this, please contact Luke Carroll at Ernest and Florent.