Commercial Manager (London)

GEDON Recruitment PTY Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction consultancy in London is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial function of its projects. You will drive financial performance and contribute to strategic growth within the company. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in a senior commercial role within the UK construction industry, with strong leadership and financial management skills. This is a pivotal role for someone ready to influence business strategy and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in a senior commercial role within the UK construction industry.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional commercial awareness and financial management abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of various standard forms of construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial function for all projects within your portfolio.
• Contribute to the strategic growth of the business.
• Take full responsibility for project and portfolio financial performance.
• Provide high-level guidance on all contractual matters.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Strategic planning

Financial management

Contract administration

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Professional accreditation (e.g., MRICS)

Job description

GEDON Executive is seeking a highly experienced and commercially astute Commercial Manager to join a prominent and expanding construction or consultancy firm in London. This is a pivotal, senior leadership role for a proven professional ready to drive the financial performance and strategic growth of significant projects across the capital.

As a Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all commercial aspects of a portfolio of projects. You will provide strategic guidance to project teams, ensure profitable delivery, and act as a key figure in the company's senior management, influencing business strategy and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Leadership: Oversee the commercial function for all projects within your portfolio, ensuring commercial excellence and profitability.

• Strategic Planning: Contribute to the strategic growth of the business, identifying new market opportunities and improving commercial processes.

• Financial Management: Take full responsibility for project and portfolio financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting to senior leadership.

• Contract Administration: Provide high-level guidance on all contractual matters, including claims, variations, and dispute resolution.

• Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, fostering a high-performance culture.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, partners, and subcontractors.

What You'll Bring

• Extensive Experience: Proven experience (typically 10+ years) in a senior commercial role, such as Commercial Manager or Regional Commercial Manager, within the UK construction industry.

• Leadership Acumen: Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and manage diverse teams.

• Commercial Prowess: Exceptional commercial awareness and financial management abilities.

• Contractual Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of various standard forms of construction contracts.

• Qualifications: A relevant degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related field. Professional accreditation (e.g., MRICS) is highly desirable.

The GEDON Advantage

GEDON Executive is a global search firm specializing in the preconstruction & project controls sector, with an unparalleled network within the London construction market. We are committed to connecting top-tier talent with exceptional leadership opportunities.

Ready to take the commercial helm in London? Submit your application today, and let GEDON Executive connect you with this outstanding Commercial Manager opportunity.