Commercial Manager

JS Recruitment UK; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee project budgets, lead a team of Quantity Surveyors, and manage commercial risks. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of construction experience, preferably with a focus on retail and commercial environments. This role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits.

Benefits

Car allowance

Competitive salary

Benefits

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction experience with main contracting.
• Proven experience in retail and commercial environments.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of budgets, P&L, and forecasting.
• Lead and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors.

Skills

Financial management

Contractual understanding

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management

Job description

Commercial Manager - Projects Division, Wakefield, West Yorkshire

Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Benefits

Our well established client are seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial team whilst overseeing commercial aspects of projects including budgeting, cost control and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of budgets, P&L, CVRs, and forecasting, ensuring projects remain profitable and commercially viable.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Assistant QSs.
• Oversee procurement, supply chain management, valuations, and variations across multiple workstreams.
• Provide commercial reporting and insights to the senior leadership team.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks, ensuring compliance and protecting margins.
• Build and maintain strong client and supply chain relationships to support repeat business.

Candidate Profile

• Preferably Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management (or equivalent).
• 10+ years\' construction experience with a proven track record in main contracting.
• Proven experience in retail, industrial and commercial environments.
• Proven ability to lead or mentor junior QSs (formal management experience preferred, but ambitious Senior QSs will be considered).
• Strong financial, contractual, and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator, able to influence stakeholders and negotiate effectively.

Why Apply?

• Step up from Senior QS or make your mark as a Commercial Manager.
• Chance to shape and grow the commercial function within a forward-thinking contractor.
• Deliver high-value projects for major clients with significant capex budgets.
• Competitive package including car allowance and benefits.