Commercial Manager - Utilities

SSA Recruitment; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead a team within a dynamic Civil Engineering and Utilities contractor. This role involves overseeing Quantity Surveyors and managing various utility contracts across London and Home Counties. With exciting growth plans, this forward-thinking firm offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects in Water, Gas, Power, and Telecoms sectors. If you have a strong background in managing teams and a passion for the utilities sector, this position is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in a stable and expanding business.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a team of Quantity Surveyors.
• Proven history in Civil Engineering or Utilities sectors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a small team of Quantity Surveyors on utility contracts.
• Manage commercial responsibilities for multiple projects.

Skills

Team Management

Commercial Awareness

Dispute Management

Change Management

Education

Qualification in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Commercial Manager - Utilities

• Required for expanding Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor
• Based in Essex, with travel required across London & Home Counties
• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking & stable business, with exciting growth and expansion plans

SSA are currently recruiting for an established Civil Engineering & Utilities contractor who, due to a number of new contracts and framework awards, are looking to bring in a Commercial Manager to manage a team of 4 QS/AQS's and support the delivery of their Water, Gas, Power, & Telecoms contracts across London & Home Counties.

You would be responsible for:

• Overseeing a small team of Quantity Surveyors
• Working on both low-value/high-volume & standalone project schemes
• Commercial responsibility for multiple utility contracts/frameworks
• Preparation of monthly/quarterly forecasts
• Overseeing and directing the CVR, Change Management, & Subcontractor Management processes
• Dispute Management & Adjudications

Experience required:

• Qualification within Quantity Surveying or equivalent
• Proven history of working within either Civil Engineering, Utilities, Rail, Highways, Infrastructure or related sector
• Ability to manage a team