Commercial Manager

Londinium Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading interiors subcontractor in Greater London is seeking an experienced commercial manager to oversee the commercial function. You will lead the QS team, implement robust systems, and drive growth and profitability. Strong leadership and commercial knowledge in the subcontractor background are essential. This role offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing specialist contractor.

Qualifications

• Experienced commercial leader from a subcontractor background (fit-out, interiors, joinery, or M&E).
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge with proven leadership ability.
• Hands-on approach with strategic oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial team and oversee all financial aspects of ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Implement commercial procedures, cost reporting, and risk management strategies.
• Support tendering and contract negotiation, ensuring commercially sound agreements.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic insight to the board.
• Drive performance, margin improvement, and commercial consistency across projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, building a cohesive and accountable commercial function.

Skills

Leadership ability

Commercial knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Commercial Manager

Location: London / South East

Salary: GBP90,000 - GBP120,000 per annum

Sector: Specialist Interiors / Joinery

Overview

A leading interiors and fit‑out subcontractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to head up their commercial function. This role will take ownership of the commercial strategy, leadership of the QS team, and implementation of robust systems to drive growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial team and oversee all financial aspects of ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Implement commercial procedures, cost reporting, and risk management strategies.
• Support tendering and contract negotiation, ensuring commercially sound agreements.
• Provide regular reporting and strategic insight to the board.
• Drive performance, margin improvement, and commercial consistency across projects.
• Mentor and develop team members, building a cohesive and accountable commercial function.

About You

• Experienced commercial leader from a subcontractor background (fit‑out, interiors, joinery, or M&E).
• Strong commercial and contractual knowledge with proven leadership ability.
• Hands‑on approach with strategic oversight.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.

Why Join?

This is a genuine opportunity to make a lasting impact, taking ownership of the commercial direction within a respected and growing specialist contractor.