Commercial Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in façade remediation is looking for a Commercial Manager with at least 5 years of experience in Quantity Surveying. This role includes full commercial management and offers a salary of £65,000 - £95,000. The company emphasizes a supportive culture and real career progression, with opportunities for hybrid work and comprehensive training programs.

Benefits

25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Hybrid working available

Pension scheme

Project bonus scheme

Company events and supportive social environment

Comprehensive training & development

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within cladding, façades or main contracting.
• Technically proficient and confident in leading commercial processes.

Responsibilities

• Full commercial management of complex remediation projects.
• Cost planning, budgeting, and contract administration.
• Managing subcontractor packages and procurement processes.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Cost/project management software

Job description

This is not just another Commercial Manager role. It's an opportunity to join one of the UK's most progressive and fast-growing principal contractors, operating at the forefront of the façade remediation sector.

With a secure forward order book through to 2027 and projects ranging up to £22 million across stadiums, high-rise residential towers, commercial builds and complex public-sector developments, this company offers the scale of a leading contractor with the mindset of a modern, agile business.

Backed by strong financial foundations and ambitious plans to grow turnover to £50 million this year, the business invests heavily in innovation, cutting-edge technology and smarter ways of working. But what really sets it apart is the culture: collaborative, supportive and people-first. Staff feedback is gathered weekly and actively shapes decision-making - contributing to a workplace that genuinely puts its people at the centre of everything it does.

Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £65,000 - £95,000 (DOE)
• 25-30 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working available (2 days per week in Portsmouth)
• Nationwide travel (as required)
• Pension scheme
• Project bonus scheme
• Company bonus scheme
• 4 years death-in-service cover
• Critical illness cover
• Team social events
• Company events and supportive social environment
• Comprehensive in-house and external training & development
• Access to Udemy and training courses
• Charity fundraising days
• Office facilities including stocked kitchen and shower

Commercial Manager Overview

• Full commercial management of complex remediation projects
• Cost planning, budgeting, and contract administration
• Oversight of CVRs, PTCs, and accurate financial reporting
• Managing subcontractor packages and procurement processes
• Applications for payment, valuations, and final accounts
• Commercial risk identification and mitigation
• Close collaboration with project delivery teams
• Strong attention to detail in contractual and commercial matters
• Use of cost/project management software to optimise outcomes

Commercial Manager Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, ideally within cladding, façades or main contracting
• Proven commercial acumen with sound knowledge of contract management
• Technically proficient and confident in leading commercial processes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be based within 2 hours of Portsmouth and open to national travel

What makes this opportunity different?

• Strong financial foundations and ambitious growth targets
• Confirmed workload through to 2027
• Supportive, values-led culture with low staff turnover
• Structured mentoring, training, and genuine long-term progression
• Team members empowered to make real impact from day one
• Regular feedback and transparent leadership

Bennett & Game Recruitment are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.