Commercial Manager

Solution Search Limited - Construction; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in London seeks a dynamic Commercial Manager to oversee financial strategy and lead commercial activities. The role includes managing contracts and ensuring cost control across projects. Ideal candidates have proven experience in a senior role within the construction industry, excellent negotiation skills, and relevant qualifications. Join their leadership team to help shape the future of the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within the construction industry.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts.
• Experience in estimating and cost management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and commercial strategy of the company.
• Lead all commercial activities including cost control and procurement.
• Negotiate client contracts and manage supplier agreements.

Skills

Commercial strategy development

Contract management

Cost control

Negotiation skills

Financial literacy

Project management

Education

Relevant qualifications in construction or business

Job description

Overview

We are working with a reputable small building contractor delivering residential, commercial, and refurbishment projects across London and the South-East. They pride themselves on our quality workmanship, client relationships, and delivering projects on time and within budget.

They now seek a dynamic and commercially astute Commercial Manager to join our leadership team and help shape the future of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial and commercial strategy of the company. Working closely with the Managing Director and senior staff you will lead all commercial activities, including cost control, contract management, procurement, and business development.

• Develop and lead the commercial strategy of the business in line with overall business goals.

• Support tendering, estimating, and bid submissions, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.

• Negotiate and manage client contracts, subcontracts, and supplier agreements.

• Ensure robust cost control across all projects, including budgets, forecasts, valuations, and final accounts.

• Provide commercial input into business planning, forecasting, and reporting.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, and internal policies.

Key Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within the construction industry, ideally with a small to medium-sized contractor or have perhaps run your own small contracting business.

• Strong understanding of construction contracts

• Experience in estimating, cost management, and project commercial control.

• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.

• Financially literate with a strategic mindset.

• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

• Suitably qualified