Commercial Manager

Samuel James Recruitment Ltd; London; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de finition intérieure bien établie cherche un Commercial Manager pour gérer plusieurs projets résidentiels et commerciaux à Londres. Le poste implique la gestion intégrale des fonctions commerciales, de la pré-construction au règlement final, sur des projets valorisés jusqu'à 9 millions de GBP. Le candidat idéal aura une expérience avérée dans le secteur du drylining, des compétences solides en négociation et un diplôme en gestion commerciale ou en estimation de la quantité.

Benefits

25 jours de congés + jours fériés

Pension d'entreprise et prime annuelle

Tous les frais de voyage couverts

Opportunités de progression de carrière

Qualifications

• Connaissance approfondie des contrats JCT et de la gestion des sous-traitants.
• Expérience en gestion de plusieurs projets simultanés.
• Capacité à diriger des équipes et à gérer des stratégies commerciales.

Responsibilities

• Diriger la stratégie commerciale et la gestion des sous-traitants.
• Gérer les évaluations, la planification des coûts et la prévision des projets.
• Négocier des contrats JCT et finaliser les comptes.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Commercial Management

Job description

Commercial Manager Interior Fit-Out Contractor Up to GBP85,000 + Package

Are you a commercially astute Commercial Manager with experience in residential and commercial interiors, particularly within drylining, SFS, screed, plastering, decorating, and render? If you re ready to take full commercial control of multiple projects ranging up to GBP9m, this could be your ideal next move.

This is a high-impact leadership role within a specialist interior fit-out contractor giving you full oversight from pre-construction through to final account across multiple, high-value developments.

What You ll Be Doing
As Commercial Manager, you ll take full ownership of the commercial and contractual functions across several residential and commercial fit-out projects.
Key Responsibilities:

• Lead commercial strategy, procurement and subcontractor management
• Oversee valuations, cost planning and project forecasting
• Manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive profitability
• Handle JCT contract negotiations and final accounts
• Work closely with Pre-Construction, Design, and Project Teams
• Support and mentor junior commercial staff where applicable

About You
We re looking for a confident, detail-driven commercial leader who brings:

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in the fit-out, drylining, or high-rise residential sectors
• Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts, cost reporting and subcontractor management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing multiple live projects

About the Company
Our client is a well-established subcontractor operating in the residential and commercial interiors space. They specialise in delivering drylining, re-cladding, and fire remediation packages for major London developers. Projects typically range from GBP3m to GBP9m, across high-rise apartments, student accommodation, and schools, with an annual turnover of approximately GBP20m.

What s In It For You?

• Salary up to GBP85,000 depending on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, company pension & annual bonus
• All travel paid including client and site visits
• Hybrid working manage your own diary
• Clear career progression and commercial leadership opportunities
• Work with premium clients and award-winning teams
• Be part of a stable, growing company with a quality-first ethos

How to Apply
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