Commercial Manager

Navartis; Swansea; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Navartis Ltd in Swansea is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead its commercial team and oversee projects from tender through final account. You will drive profitability by controlling budgets, cash flow, and contract administration while developing the team and processes.

The role suits an established Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to progress, with responsibilities across estimating, procurement and client relationships in a growing construction business.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of Quantity Surveyors or similar commercial team.
• Strong understanding of the commercial lifecycle: estimating, procurement, cost control and final accounts.
• Knowledge of construction contracts and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multiple projects with competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and provide commercial direction.
• Oversee commercial performance of multiple projects from pre-construction to final account.
• Manage estimating, tendering, procurement, subcontract packages and contract administration.
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, valuations, variations and forecasts.
• Prepare and review CVRs and commercial reports.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with operations, clients and subcontractors to deliver projects successfully.
• Build relationships with clients and supply chain.

Skills

Commercial management

Team leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Contract administration

Tools

Excel

Job description

Commercial Manager

Location: Swansea / South Wales
Salary: £65,000-£75,000 plus package and bonus potential
Job Type: Permanent, full-time

The Opportunity

An established construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to lead its commercial team and support the continued growth of the business.

This is a great opportunity for an all-round commercial professional who can combine strong commercial knowledge with people management, overseeing projects from tender stage through to final account while helping drive profitability, improve processes and develop the wider team.

The role would suit an established Commercial Manager or an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step in their career.

The Role

• Lead, manage and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors, providing commercial direction and support.
• Oversee the commercial performance of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account.
• Manage estimating, tendering, procurement, subcontract packages and contract administration.
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, valuations, variations and financial forecasts.
• Prepare and review monthly cost-value reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reports.
• Identify and manage commercial risks, resolve contractual issues and maximise profitability.
• Work closely with operational teams, directors, clients and subcontractors to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and the supply chain.
• Identify opportunities to improve commercial processes, reporting and overall business performance.
• Contribute to the wider commercial strategy and continued growth of the business.

About You

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar senior commercial role within construction.
• Experience managing and developing Quantity Surveyors and commercial teams.
• A strong all-round understanding of the commercial lifecycle, including estimating, procurement, cost control and final accounts.
• Good knowledge of construction contracts, commercial risk and financial reporting.
• Experience managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and communication skills.
• Commercially minded, proactive and focused on achieving positive financial results.
• Able to build effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and subcontractors.
• Experience across different construction sectors would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £65,000-£75,000, depending on experience.
• Competitive package with further earning potential through bonuses and performance-related rewards.
• A key leadership position within an established construction business.
• The opportunity to influence commercial strategy and develop the wider team.
• Long-term career progression, with potential to progress towards Commercial Director.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion, get in touch to find out more about the opportunity.