Commercial Manager

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager for a full-time role in Poole. The successful candidate will manage commercial duties across large projects and specialize in NEC contracts. The position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000 plus benefits and provides hybrid flexibility with opportunities for long-term progression.

Benefits

Pension

Contribution based bonus scheme

21 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service

Long term progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within a main contractor or specialist subcontractor.
• NEC contract experience essential.
• Building envelope or façade knowledge desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial duties from tender through to final account across projects up to £25m.
• Oversee NEC contract administration.
• Prepare valuations, variations, cost reports, CVRs, and forecasts.

Skills

Strong cost reporting

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Commercial Manager – Poole

Position: Commercial Manager – Poole – 75,000 - 85,000 DOE + Benefits

Location: Poole

Salary: 75,000 - 85,000 + Benefits

Role Overview

Our client, a specialist contractor delivering complex building envelope, refurbishment and construction packages across the South and London, seeks an experienced Manager for a full‑time, permanent role. The position is predominantly office based from Poole with hybrid flexibility and occasional site visits to London.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial duties from tender through to final account across projects up to 25m
• Oversee NEC contract administration including change control subcontract alignment
• Prepare valuations, variations, cost reports, CVRs and forecasts for senior management
• Lead procurement, subcontract negotiations and contract reviews
• Work closely with estimating, design, project management and site teams across multiple projects
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, variations and commercial risks
• Maintain strong communication with clients and supply chain partners
• Support tender review, pricing checks and early commercial planning across upcoming schemes

Qualifications

• Experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within either a main contractor or specialist subcontractor
• NEC contract experience essential
• Building envelope or façade knowledge desirable but not essential
• Strong cost reporting, analytical and organisational skills
• Able to commute to Poole and visit London projects when required
• Professional, reliable and seeking a long term, permanent role

Remuneration

75,000 - 85,000 DOE
Pension
Contribution based bonus scheme
21 days holiday plus bank holidays increasing with service
Permanent role
Office based in Poole with occasional London visits
Long term progression opportunities