Commercial Manager: Housing & Public Sector (Hybrid)

Sovereign Housing Association Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in the UK is seeking a Commercial Officer to enhance the financial and contractual delivery of maintenance and construction projects. The role involves budget monitoring, procurement support, and contract administration while striving for best value and compliance. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in procurement or cost management, with a strong foundation in construction contracts and excellent analytical skills. Flexible working options and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing up to 30 days)

Generous pension scheme (up to 12% matched)

Access to retail vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial, procurement, or cost management role.
• Working knowledge of construction contracts (NEC, JCT).
• Strong analytical, numerical, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and reconcile budgets across multiple programmes.
• Support procurement activities and compliance with PCR 2015.
• Administer mid-level construction contracts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Financial tracking

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Procurement systems (Proactis, Delta, Asite)

Job description

A leading housing association in the UK is seeking a Commercial Officer to enhance the financial and contractual delivery of maintenance and construction projects. The role involves budget monitoring, procurement support, and contract administration while striving for best value and compliance. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in procurement or cost management, with a strong foundation in construction contracts and excellent analytical skills. Flexible working options and comprehensive benefits are offered.