Commercial Manager - Buckinghamshire

Expanded; Edgcott; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in construction is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee project responsibilities in Buckinghamshire. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing large-scale projects and will be responsible for financial oversight, contract management, and team leadership. This role offers opportunities for professional development and training within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in structural projects is desirable.
• Experience in delivering large projects or managing an area (£25m) of a larger project independently.

Responsibilities

• Take sole commercial responsibility for a project or section.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and prepare claims.
• Lead the commercial team and advise on contractual implications.

Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Commercial Management

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

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Expanded Edgcott, England, United Kingdom.

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Are you a Commercial Manager with MOJ/MOD experience? Do you live locally to Buckinghamshire or are you willing to stay away during the week? Can you reduce costs and risks while maintaining great value? Would you like a company that supports your development and encourages further education and training? If yes, then this opportunity is for you!

The opportunity

Expanded Structures is the specialist division of Laing O'Rourke, focusing on reinforced concrete basement, substructure, and superstructure frame construction. We are currently recruiting a Commercial Manager to join our team.

Role Responsibilities

• Take sole commercial responsibility for a project or a section of a project.
• Ensure interim payment applications and certifications are issued and agreed.
• Manage, administer, and settle subcontractor accounts, including those delegated to your team.
• Prepare and manage claims.
• Manage staff flexibly to provide effective commercial services.
• Lead the commercial team, including identifying development and training needs, conducting appraisals, and staff retention.
• Negotiate with clients' representatives, subcontractors, and consultants to achieve project results while maintaining relationships.
• Advise on contractual implications and manage commercial risks.
• Prepare monthly contract review reports, communicate risks, opportunities, and changes transparently, and issue weekly Business Plan Review (BPR) information.
• Ensure the contractual chain between head contract and supply chain is established and maintained.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and contribute to the Project Execution Plan.
• Establish project budgets from contract award.
• Implement change control processes effectively.
• Ensure proper execution of contract documents prior to project start.
• Provide commercial support for work winning.
• Undertake the role of package manager on assigned projects when appointed.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in structural projects is desirable.
• Experience in delivering large projects or managing an area (£25m) of a larger project independently.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Member of RICS or working towards MRICS status.

About Us

We are an international engineering and construction company delivering infrastructure and building projects across the UK, Middle East, and Australia. With over 150 years of experience, we prioritize certainty, reliability, and quality. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, and teamwork, harnessing extensive experience to deliver certainty for our clients.

Accessibility and Diversity

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we support applicants with long-term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. Please inform us of any adjustments needed prior to the interview. For accessible application formats or more information, contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Sales and Business Development
• Industries: Construction and Engineering Services