Commercial Manager/Associate Director

Matchtech; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager/Associate Director to lead infrastructure projects. The role requires strong commercial acumen, a background in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering, and excellent relationship-building skills. This position offers competitive compensation, performance bonuses, and a fast-track path to senior leadership. Join and make a tangible impact in the infrastructure sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Fast-track path to leadership

Qualifications

• Strong background in consultancy or contractor environments.
• Proven delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery on infrastructure projects.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to clients.
• Identify new business opportunities through client network.

Skills

Senior Quantity Surveyor experience

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering

Job description

Our client, a dynamic and fast-growing consultancy, is currently seeking a Commercial Manager/Associate Director to join their team. Specialising in the highways, rail, industrial and power sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals to lead major infrastructure projects and drive commercial excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial delivery on complex infrastructure projects within their niche specialism.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to clients, ensuring best practice in cost, contract, and risk management.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through your existing client network.
• Lead or support the preparation of bids, proposals, and fee submissions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor.
• Support the growth and mentoring of junior staff and help build a high-performing commercial team.
• Contribute to business development strategy and operational improvements across the consultancy.
• Champion the use of NEC, JCT, ICE, IChemE, and other relevant contract forms.

Job Requirements

• Strong background as a Senior Quantity Surveyor within a consultancy or contractor environment.
• Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure projects in highways, power, rail, or civils.
• A strong personal network and the ability to win work through relationships, reputation, and credibility.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with a proactive and self-motivated mindset.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is desirable but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Fast-track path to senior leadership, including potential equity or profit-share options.
• The opportunity to build and lead your own team.
• Flexible working arrangements (remote/hybrid).
• Collaborative, low-ego environment with experienced professionals.
• Real autonomy to shape your role and make a difference.

If you are a commercially astute Quantity Surveyor looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's prestigious consultancy and make a tangible impact in their sector.