Commercial Manager - MEP

Fusion People Ltd; Ringway; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Fusion People is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager - MEP to lead the regional commercial function in the North West, overseeing budgets, forecasts and CVRs across multiple high-value projects.

You will drive regional growth, manage revenue, margin and cash flow, and lead a team of commercial professionals while balancing strategic leadership with hands-on project support.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior commercial leadership role within an M&E or MEP contracting environment.
• Proven track record managing commercial performance across large-scale project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience managing project profitability, cash flow, forecasting and commercial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function across multiple M&E projects and programmes.
• Develop and implement regional commercial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage revenue, margin, cash flow and overall cost control performance.
• Review and oversee project budgets, forecasts, CVRs and final accounts.
• Manage variations, compensation events, claims and contractual entitlements.
• Support major tenders, negotiated opportunities and pre-construction activities.
• Review contract terms and assess commercial and contractual risk profiles.
• Lead commercial negotiations and support dispute avoidance and resolution.
• Build, develop and mentor a high-performing commercial team.
• Work closely with operational leaders, clients and supply chain partners to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, reporting and compliance across all projects.
• Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes and performance.

Skills

Senior leadership

M&E contracting

MEP experience

Contractual knowledge

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Job description

Commercial Manager - MEP

Location: Manchester / Bolton

Salary: £66,000 - £90,000

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager - MEP to play a pivotal leadership role within a growing regional business. Working closely with the Regional Director, you will help drive commercial performance, support regional growth, and oversee the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of high-value M&E projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute leader to influence business strategy, lead commercial operations, and contribute to the expansion of a successful engineering operation across the North West.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function across multiple M&E projects and programmes.
• Develop and implement regional commercial strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Manage revenue, margin, cash flow and overall cost control performance.
• Review and oversee project budgets, forecasts, Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and final accounts.
• Manage variations, compensation events, claims and contractual entitlements.
• Support major tenders, negotiated opportunities and pre-construction activities.
• Review contract terms and assess commercial and contractual risk profiles.
• Lead commercial negotiations and support dispute avoidance and resolution.
• Build, develop and mentor a high-performing commercial team.
• Work closely with operational leaders, clients and supply chain partners to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, reporting and compliance across all projects.
• Drive continuous improvement in commercial processes and performance.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Significant experience in a senior commercial leadership role within an M&E or MEP contracting environment.
• Proven track record managing commercial performance across large-scale project portfolios.
• Strong understanding of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Experience managing project profitability, cash flow, forecasting and commercial reporting.
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing complex contractual matters, variations and claims.
• Ability to balance strategic leadership with hands-on project support.
• Strong analytical, organisational and decision-making abilities.

About You

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline.
• Extensive experience working within building services, M&E or engineering sectors.
• Proven ability to lead, mentor and develop commercial teams.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially driven with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.
• Comfortable operating within a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
• Committed to delivering high standards of commercial governance and project performance.
• Motivated by the opportunity to help shape and grow a successful regional operation.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing regional business.
• Exposure to major M&E and engineering projects across multiple sectors.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Leadership role with significant influence on regional growth and performance.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and shape business strategy.

Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability.