Commercial Manager

Clarkson Owens Recruitment; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Clarkson Owens Recruitment is representing a growing contractor based in Renfrewshire for a Commercial Manager role. You will oversee the commercial function across multiple projects, mentor a small team of surveyors/estimators, and manage subcontractor negotiations and payment processes in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires strong negotiation, communication, and financial analysis skills, with full UK driving licence. A car allowance is on offer as part of the package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within construction.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience managing or mentoring a small commercial team.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Good financial and analytical ability.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of multiple construction projects.
• Overseeing and supporting a small team of Quantity Surveyors/Estimators.
• Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontract agreements.
• Monitoring project costs, valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Managing client applications and payment processes.
• Producing monthly cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities across projects.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Assisting with tender reviews and procurement activities.
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Financial analysis

Leadership/mentoring

Independence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Location: Renfrewshire

Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance

Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

I am working with a growing contractor based in Renfrewshire delivering a range of construction and refurbishment projects across the West of Scotland. The Commercial Manager will oversee the commercial function of the business and manage a small commercial team. This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is commercially aware, organised, and capable of managing multiple projects while supporting and developing junior commercial staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of multiple construction projects
• Overseeing and supporting a small team of Quantity Surveyors/Estimators
• Preparing, reviewing, and negotiating subcontract agreements
• Monitoring project costs, valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Managing client applications and payment processes
• Producing monthly cost/value reconciliation reports
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities across projects
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered within budget
• Assisting with tender reviews and procurement activities
• Maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers

Requirements

• Previous experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within construction
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and commercial processes
• Experience managing or mentoring a small commercial team
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Good financial and analytical ability
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience working with small to medium‑sized contractors
• Knowledge of refurbishment, fit‑out, or general construction projects
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar discipline

What is on Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business
• Supportive and close‑knit working environment
• Career progression opportunities