Commercial Manager

Building Careers UK; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials provider in the UK seeks a Commercial Manager to oversee their road surfacing division in Liverpool. This strategic position involves managing finances, contracts, and the commercial team for regional projects. The role offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including career advancement opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Company car or generous car allowance

Annual bonus scheme

Pension contributions

25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays

Tailored development and training programmes

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering.
• Strong understanding of NEC and industry-standard contracts.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading the commercial function of road surfacing projects.
• Overseeing contract negotiation and procurement processes.
• Mentoring junior commercial staff.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Financial Reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Commercial Manager

Location: Liverpool

Salary: 60000 - 75000 + full benefits package

Your new company

A leading UK construction materials and infrastructure services provider, delivering high-quality road surfacing and sustainable solutions across the country. With a strong regional presence and long-standing industry reputation, the business supports major infrastructure and highways projects while maintaining a focus on innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility.

Your new role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function of their road surfacing division based in Liverpool. This is a key strategic role overseeing the financial and contractual management of projects across the North West, ensuring profitability, compliance, and effective commercial governance.

Responsibilities will include:

• Leading the commercial team in delivering robust commercial control on all surfacing projects.

• Overseeing contract negotiation, procurement, tendering, and risk management processes.

• Managing client relationships and ensuring contractual obligations are met.

• Producing and reviewing CVRs, forecasts, and financial reports to senior leadership.

• Driving value engineering and cost-saving initiatives across the division.

• Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and external regulatory frameworks.

• Mentoring and developing junior commercial staff to support succession planning.

• Supporting strategic decision-making at a regional level to improve project delivery and margin.

What you will need to succeed:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering, highways, or surfacing.

• Strong understanding of NEC and other industry-standard contracts.

• Demonstrable leadership and commercial acumen within a fast-paced construction environment.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Strong IT literacy and financial reporting skills.

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

• Full UK driving licence.

What you get in return:

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a national leader offering job security, career advancement, and involvement in landmark regional infrastructure projects. You will receive a competitive salary and a full benefits package including:

• 60000 - 75000 plus company car or generous car allowance

• Annual bonus scheme

• Pension contributions

• 25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays

• Tailored development and training programmes

• A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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