Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager - M&E Building Services

Henley Chase; England; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established M&E Building Services contractor in the North West seeks a Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager. You will oversee commercial project aspects, ensuring smooth operations and client relations. Ideal candidates have M&E experience and a strong commercial background. Competitive salary of up to £70,000 plus benefits, including a company car or allowance and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Pension and benefits package

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in M&E Building Services, ideally in commercial or public sector.
• Proven background in a Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager role.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of M&E projects.
• Liaise closely with clients and internal teams.
• Negotiate and manage supplier and subcontractor contracts.

Skills

Excellent communication

Relationship-building

Commercial acumen

Understanding of contract law

Job description

Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager - M&E Building Services

Location: Liverpool (North West Projects)

Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE + Package

Start Date: Immediate / Within a Month

About the Company

Our client is an established and growing M&E Building Services Contractor delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across the North West. With a strong pipeline of commercial and public sector projects — including plant rooms, fire stations, hospitals, and mains works — they are looking for an experienced Commercial or Contracts Manager to join their senior team.

The Role

We're seeking a proactive and ambitious Commercial / Contracts Manager to take ownership of commercial delivery, client liaison, and contract management across multiple M&E projects. You'll act as the key bridge between office, site, and client, ensuring projects run smoothly, profitably, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of M&E projects from tender through to completion.
• Liaise closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to maintain strong working relationships and clear communication.
• Lead contract administration, variations, and valuations to ensure projects remain commercially viable.
• Proactively convert leads into work and identify new opportunities for business growth.
• Support project delivery teams, ensuring alignment between operational and financial objectives.
• Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and cost reports.
• Negotiate and manage supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Provide strategic input into business development and tendering processes.

About You

• Experienced in M&E Building Services, ideally within commercial or public sector environments.
• Proven background in a Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager role.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients and project teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law and NEC/JCT forms.
• Ambitious, proactive, and keen to grow with a company offering genuine career progression opportunities.
• Capable of taking initiative and making things happen — a self-starter who turns leads into work.

The Offer

• Salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Company car or car allowance
• Pension and benefits package
• Real scope for career advancement into a senior leadership role
• Supportive and ambitious working environment