Commercial Manager

Clarion Housing Group; Rochester; Hybrid; GBP 61,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization is seeking a Commercial Manager based in Manchester. This hybrid position involves overseeing all commercial and contractual activities for residential and mixed-use development projects. The ideal candidate will have strong commercial management experience, excellent risk management skills, and a solid understanding of procurement practices. You will play a critical role in delivering high-quality developments on time and on budget while ensuring compliance with governance frameworks. This is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to impact sustainable housing delivery.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management within residential or mixed-use development.
• Strong commercial leadership with effective risk management skills.
• Knowledge of procurement strategy and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities across development projects.
• Ensure value for money and compliance with procurement statutes.
• Provide expert advice to development teams.

Skills

Commercial management experience

Procurement knowledge

Strong leadership

Cost control skills

Contract administration

Expertise in valuation and variations

Tools

Atamis

PAMWIN / M3Pamwin Lite

Job description

Location: Hybrid – Manchester base location

Salary: £61,698 to £77,123 plus £5,000 car allowance per annum (in exceptional circumstances we would consider a salary of up to 10% above the top of the advertised range)

Hours: 36 hours per week – flexible options considered

Contract Type: Permanent

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This is your opportunity to contribute to sustainable housing delivery and community-focused regeneration across the UK.

Reporting to the Head of Commercial you’ll play a key role as part of the commercial team to deliver Procurement, Commercial Management and Risk Management to the wider Development directorate.

We’re looking for a Commercial Manager to act as the commercial lead across a portfolio of residential and mixed‑use development projects, overseeing all commercial and contractual activities from pre‑construction through to completion.

You’ll be responsible for ensuring value for money, effective risk management, and full compliance with the Procurement Act, while aligning with Clarion’s commercial governance and procurement procedures.

This is a hands‑on role requiring strong commercial leadership, robust cost control, and confident contract administration. You’ll work closely with Development and Project Managers to deliver high-quality developments on time, on budget, and in accordance with our commercial objectives. You’ll lead all pre‑and post‑contract commercial activities across assigned projects and provide expert commercial advice and guidance to Development and Project Managers.

With proven experience in commercial management within residential or mixed‑use development, ideally from a developer, contractor, or consultancy background. You’ll ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and relevant legislation, and advise on procurement strategy.

If you have experience with procurement systems (preferably Atamis) and cost management tools such as PAMWIN / M3Pamwin Lite, and are skilled in valuations, variations, and final account negotiations, then we want to hear from you now!

Please review the full role profile Commercial Manager and Behaviours & Mandatory Accountabilities OD level 3 before applying.

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Closing Date: Wednesday 14th January 2026 at midnight.

This is a hybrid role with a base location at our offices in Manchester. Candidates will be expected to work from the office at least 3 days per week. Applicants must be able to travel across the region as required with regular travel to sites.

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You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy; Clarion are not able to offer visa sponsorship. You are required to reside in England or Wales for the duration of your employment.