Commercial Manager

Build Recruitment; Chalvey; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Manager for social housing projects in Slough. The role involves overseeing commercial activities, managing budgets and P&L, and leading contract negotiations. Candidates should have proven experience in the industry and strong financial acumen. The position offers a competitive salary up to £90,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Car allowance

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager in social housing or refurbishment contracting.
• Excellent financial management skills with experience in P&L and margins.
• Strategic thinking with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial activity in planned and reactive repairs.
• Manage P&L, budgets, margins and cost control.
• Lead pricing, estimating, and contract negotiations.
• Build strong client and supplier relationships.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Financial Acumen

Leadership

Education

Professional qualifications (MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager - Social Housing / Repairs & Maintenance. Location: Slough (covering the surrounding area). Salary: up to £90,000; car allowance and benefits. Type: Permanent, full-time.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial activity in planned and reactive repairs for a local authority in the Slough area.
• Manage P&L, budgets, margins, and cost control.
• Lead pricing, estimating, and contract negotiations.
• Build strong client and supplier relationships.
• Ensure contracts are delivered to time, cost, and quality; monitor performance and KPIs.
• Mentor junior staff and mitigate commercial risks.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager in social housing or refurbishment contracting.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L and margins.
• Excellent stakeholder management, with a strategic and proactive approach.
• Leadership capability.
• Professional qualifications (MRICS, CIOB, or equivalent) are a plus.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary up to £90,000, car allowance (or company car).
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• The chance to work on meaningful, community-driven projects with autonomy and senior responsibility.