Commercial Manager - Facilities

ZipRecruiter; North East; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm seeks a Commercial Manager to oversee financial and contractual integrity in Newcastle. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and an understanding of health and safety compliance. This dynamic role demands the ability to identify problems, drive solutions, and mentor junior staff while managing multiple projects efficiently.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Proven experience in a commercial role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial soundness of projects.
• Manage costs across all projects.
• Review contract conditions and manage risks.
• Produce performance reports and forecasts.
• Support Ops team with commercial advice.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive mindset

High attention to detail

Professionalism

Understanding of health & safety procedures

Discretion and integrity

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager - Building Services Newcastle

The Role: You'll be the commercial backbone of the operation, making sure every project is financially sound and contractually watertight.

• Reviewing and improving contract prelims with the estimating team
• Advising on procurement strategies and subcontractor selection
• Preparing and negotiating subcontract documents and bills of quantities
• Managing costs across all M&E projects, including CVRs and cost-to-complete forecasts
• Reviewing contract conditions and flagging risks or opportunities
• Signing off subcontractor payments and managing variations
• Leading on risk/value management and cost control
• Supporting the Ops team with commercial advice and contractual claims
• Keeping tabs on current building contracts and ensuring compliance
• Producing monthly commercial performance reports and forecasts
• Driving final account agreements and client applications
• Delegating effectively and mentoring junior staff

This isn’t a static role. You’ll be expected to challenge the norm, spot inefficiencies, and help shape better ways of working.

That means

• Identifying problems and offering practical solutions
• Championing quality and compliance through QEMS procedures
• Promoting collaboration across teams and supply chain
• Staying sharp on process improvements and best practice

About You

We’re after someone who’s commercially switched-on, confident in their decision-making, and not afraid to roll up their sleeves. You’ll need:

• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and interpersonal
• A proactive mindset with the ability to work independently
• High attention to detail and the ability to juggle deadlines
• Professionalism in how you present yourself and represent the business
• A solid understanding of health & safety procedures and regulatory compliance
• Discretion and integrity when dealing with sensitive information

Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, beliefs, or other protected characteristics. We act as both an employment agency and employment business