Commercial Manager

Tradestech Recruitment; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradestech Recruitment is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager (SC Cleared) for a permanent role at Devonport Dockyard. The position requires active SC clearance and offers leadership over all commercial aspects of a major project in a secure environment.

Strong preference for candidates with active clearance and proven experience in major infrastructure, civil engineering or defence sectors. Expect mobilisation timelines influenced by clearance processing, with a typical 12–14 week

Qualifications

• Active SC clearance mandatory
• Proven experience as Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Experience in major infrastructure, civil engineering or defence

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the project from delivery through to completion.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts to ensure cost control.
• Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, administration and commercial performance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key commercial interface.
• Support commercial reporting, valuations, change management and final accounts.
• Collaborate with project teams to drive commercial performance and successful project outcomes.

Skills

SC Clearance

Commercial management

Contract administration

Cost control

Stakeholder management

Client-facing communication

Job description

Commercial Manager (SC Cleared)

Permanent position

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a high-profile project at Devonport Dockyard. This key commercial leadership role supports the delivery of work within a secure environment.

Current and active SC (Security Check) Clearance is an essential requirement for this position. Candidates who already hold active SC clearance will be strongly preferred, as obtaining clearance can take approximately 12-14 weeks, which may impact project mobilisation timescales.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all commercial aspects of the project from delivery through to completion.
• Administer contracts and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and forecasts to ensure effective cost control.
• Identify, assess and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement, administration and commercial performance.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a key commercial interface.
• Support commercial reporting, valuations, change management and final accounts.
• Collaborate with project teams to drive commercial performance and successful project outcomes.

Essential Requirements

• Active SC (Security Check) Clearance (mandatory).
• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role.
• Strong commercial management experience within one or more of the following sectors:
  • Major Infrastructure
  • Civil Engineering
  • Defence
• Extensive knowledge of contract administration, commercial management and cost control.
• Experience managing commercial risk and subcontractor relationships.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client-facing communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within secure, highly regulated or defence environments.
• Familiarity with complex infrastructure or government-funded projects.

Candidate Information

• Current SC clearance status.
• Availability and notice period.
• Salary expectations.
• Details of relevant commercial management experience, particularly on major infrastructure, civil engineering or defence projects.