Commercial Manager

AD WARRIOR; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead their regional commercial function. This role involves overseeing a team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers, ensuring efficient cost management, and driving procurement processes across residential developments. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial acumen and a proven track record in residential housebuilding. Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering quality homes while enjoying a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Pension Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Group Income Protection Scheme

Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme

Simply Health Cash Plan

House purchase discount scheme

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Lead the regional commercial team and manage development budgets.
• Ensure rigorous cost control processes are in place across all projects.

Skills

Commercial Acumen

Cost Planning

Budgeting

Negotiation Skills

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional Membership of RICS or CIOB

Job description

Commercial Manager

Location: Peterborough

Salary: Competitive

Hours: Full time, Permanent

At the company, they pride themselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Their mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to their communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

They are proud of their people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything they do. Their Values are at their heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Kindness and Passion.

The Role

They are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help them achieve their ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of their journey and to grow their career along with their success.

As the Commercial Manager for the East region, you will help lead the Commercial function to ensure efficient cost management and procurement across all residential developments. Based in Peterborough, you will oversee a team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers and take full commercial ownership of multiple live and upcoming sites.

Working closely with the Land, Technical, and Construction teams, your role is to ensure financial rigour, supply chain strength, and value engineering throughout the development lifecycle – from land appraisal through to final account.

You will play a key role in shaping and delivering the region’s commercial strategy, ensuring robust cost control, risk mitigation, and commercial reporting in alignment with the company’s business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management:

• Lead, mentor, and manage the regional commercial team (QSs, Assistants, Buyers).
• Establish clear goals and KPIs, carry out regular appraisals, and support professional development.
• Ensure departmental compliance with company policies, procedures, and governance.

Cost Management & Financial Control:

• Prepare, manage, and monitor development budgets from feasibility to final account.
• Lead the commercial input into land bids, ensuring accurate cost plans and identification of risks and opportunities.
• Ensure rigorous cost control processes are in place across all projects, including monthly cost forecasts, cash flows and bi-monthly CVRs.
• Manage financial reporting and provide accurate commercial information to support business planning.

Procurement & Supply Chain:

• Oversee procurement of subcontractors, materials, and consultants in line with budget, programme, and quality requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance to ensure compliance and value for money.
• Lead tender processes and negotiation strategies, ensuring adherence to legal and commercial standards.

Contract Management & Risk:

• Ensure contract documentation is issued, executed, and managed effectively.
• Resolve disputes, claims, and contractual issues efficiently and professionally.
• Identify and mitigate commercial and contractual risks across the project lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with Land and Technical teams to influence design for commercial viability.
• Support Construction with timely procurement and material delivery schedules.
• Liaise with Finance and Board on cost reporting and business performance.

Skills and Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Professional membership of RICS or CIOB desirable but not essential.
• A full driving licence.
• Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within residential housebuilding.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver results across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of residential construction methods, materials, and supply chains.
• Expert in cost planning, budgeting, procurement, and contractual matters.
• Experienced in leading and developing high-performing commercial teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
• Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme. T&Cs apply).
• 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service).
• Pension Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Group Income Protection Scheme.
• Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opt in - Simply Health Cash Plan.
• House purchase discount scheme.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

Closing date: 19th May 2025.

This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, and therefore they encourage you to apply for this position as soon as possible.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications that they receive, only successful candidates will be contacted.