Commercial Manager

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Construction management company is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee commercial performance across live construction and maintenance projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of JCT and NEC contracts and possess excellent negotiation and client-facing skills. This role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance, and career development support, perfect for professionals looking for growth in a progressive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Generous holiday allowance

Pension and medical coverage

Career development support

Professional membership paid annually

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Excellent cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial performance across live construction projects.
• Produce monthly CVRs, forecasts, and performance reports.
• Administer JCT/NEC contracts including variations and compensation events.

Skills

Commercial management

Cost control

Negotiation

Client-facing ability

Project management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management

Job description

Commercial Manager

I'm working with a leading Construction management company delivering multi‑disciplinary construction, refurbishment, maintenance, and compliance services across commercial, industrial, and public‑sector environments.

Role would suit an experienced SQS looking to promote or a Commercial Manager looking to join a progressive company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage commercial and financial performance across live construction and maintenance projects.
• Produce monthly CVRs, forecasts, and performance reports.
• Administer JCT/NEC contracts including variations and compensation events.
• Lead procurement of subcontractors and key materials.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and drive commercial best practice.

About the Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of JCT and/or NEC contracts.
• Excellent cost control, forecasting, and commercial reporting skills.
• Confident negotiator with strong client‑facing ability.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Desirable:

• Experience in planned works, refurbishments, or maintenance services.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management.
• Knowledge of compliance‑led workstreams.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Generous holiday allowance with options to buy more.
• Pension, medical coverage, and employee assistance programme.
• Career development support through tailored training and agile working options.
• Professional membership paid annually.

This role offers the chance to join a forward‑thinking team working on high‑value projects, with opportunities for career growth and flexibility.