Commercial Manager

Orion Engineering Services Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction consultancy seeks a Commercial Manager to lead commercial activities on a £137m project in Scotland. You'll manage contracts, drive financial performance, and mentor a dedicated team. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, proven experience in the construction sector, and strong skills in contract negotiations. This role offers an excellent package, including career development opportunities and a focus on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Vehicle/car allowance

Share incentives

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Qualified Commercial Manager with relevant degree.
• Proven experience in structures-focused roles within construction.
• Skilled in managing commercial teams and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial strategy from tender to project completion.
• Prepare and review estimates and tender submissions.
• Manage risk and procurement relationships.

Skills

Leadership in commercial teams

Contract negotiation

Cost reporting

Digital tools proficiency

Strong understanding of NEC contracts

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Membership of RICS, ICES or CIOB

Job description

Are you a commercially driven professional with a passion for delivering high-impact construction projects?

Then this may be the role for you.

Orion Group are working with a Tier 1 contractor to source a Commercial Manager, who will play a pivotal role in one of Scotland’s most exciting new commercial developments.

Initially based from our clients prestigious Glasgow‑based office or Inverness, you’ll lead commercial activities during the tender and pre‑construction phase. Upon contract award, you’ll transition to a site‑based role, where you’ll manage the commercial delivery of the project on the ground in the Highlands.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead the commercial strategy for the project from tender to completion
• Prepare and review estimates, tender submissions, and contract negotiations
• Drive financial performance, cost control, and value engineering initiatives
• Manage risk, procurement, supply chain relationships, and commercial reporting
• Act as a mentor and leader to commercial staff, championing professional development
• Ensure compliance with governance, GMCEs, and Businesses Cultural Framework

Who we’re looking for

• A qualified Commercial Manager with a BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• Membership of RICS, ICES, or CIOB (or working towards)
• Proven experience in structures‑focused roles within the construction sector
• Skilled in managing commercial teams, contract negotiations, and cost reporting
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts, procurement strategies, and digital tools

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to lead Commercial activity on a 137m Project
• Excellent package including vehicle/car allowance, Share incentives, recognition schemes
• Career development

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion

As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.