Commercial Manager

ODGroup.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

OD Group in the City of London is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead multi-project commercial delivery within the Major+ division. You will focus on achieving margins, managing budgets, and guiding negotiations with clients and subcontractors.

You will oversee contract administration under JCT, NEC or bespoke forms, drive forecasting, value engineering, and ensure early warnings and final accounts are handled effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial management of multiple projects (Cat A, Cat B, refurbishment schemes).
• Support the Commercial Director in delivering financial targets and margin protection.
• Provide commercial input during tender, value engineering and negotiation stages.
• Contribute to business unit forecasting and financial planning.

Job description

OD Group is a leading office interiors company based in the City of London, with a dual focus on both traditional construction and design and build. We have firmly established our brand due to excellent service and a commitment to ongoing innovation, and despite the pandemic are on track for another successful year.

We are currently looking for a talented and driven Commercial Manager to join our Major+ division helping us to successfully delivery projects on time and on budget, maximising our GP and minimising our commercial risk.

Key Responsibilities

1. Commercial Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee the commercial management of multiple projects (Cat A, Cat B, refurbishment schemes).
• Support the Commercial Director in delivering financial targets and margin protection.
• Provide commercial input during tender, value engineering and negotiation stages.
• Contribute to business unit forecasting and financial planning.

2. Cost Management & Budget Control

• Manage project budgets from award through to final account.
• Prepare and review:
• Cost plans
• Cash flow forecasts
• CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations)
• Profitability reporting
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure early warning notices and compensation events are managed effectively.

3. Contract Administration

• Administer contracts under JCT, NEC or bespoke forms.
• Ensure contractual compliance across projects.
• Manage variations, change control and extension of time submissions.
• Lead negotiations with clients and subcontractors.

4. Subcontractor Management

• Oversee procurement strategy alongside Pre-Construction.
• Review and approve subcontract packages and appointments.
• Manage payment applications, valuations and final accounts.