Commerical Manager

THG Recruitment; Three Legged Cross; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading groundworks contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to set up and manage operations in their new Dorset office. This role involves leading the commercial function, managing contracts and budgets, and ensuring compliance with UK regulations. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in the civil engineering sector and strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from £80,000 to £100,000, along with a company vehicle, fuel card, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Company Vehicle

Fuel Card

Bonus

Hybrid Working

Long-term growth potential

Supportive team

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior QS or commercial manager in groundworks, civil engineering, or infrastructure.
• Strong commercial acumen covering various key areas of project management.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage the new Dorset office and regional operations.
• Lead the commercial function, managing contracts, procurement, and budgeting.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Contract management

Cost control

Procurement

Stakeholder management

Leadership skills

Job description

Commercial Manager - Groundworks

New Region Launch (Dorset Office)

£80,000 - £100,000 + Company Car, Fuel Card, Bonus, Hybrid working

About the company

My client are a leading groundworks and civil-engineering contractor operating across the South of England. They deliver high-quality infrastructure, drainage, foundations, substructures and external works for major housing developments, highways, drainage schemes and civil-engineering projects.

They are now expanding into Dorset and launching a brand-new office and region for the business. As part of that growth, they are looking for a strong, forward-thinking Commercial Manager to lead, establish, and grow our operations in the region.

The Role

As Commercial Manager you will:

• Set up and manage the new Dorset office and regional operations.
• Lead the commercial function: manage contracts, procurement, budgeting, valuations and cost control across multiple groundworks and civil-engineering projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors and supply‑chain partners in the region.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to high quality and safety standards.
• Support business development and regional growth strategy.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a senior QS looking for a step up or a commercial manager within groundworks, civil engineering or civil infrastructure, however are open to a build background.
• Strong commercial acumen: contract management, cost control, procurement, budgets, valuations.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to set up and run a regional operation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Confident decision‑maker, able to operate autonomously.
• Familiarity with UK construction sector standards, compliance and commercial regulations.

What is on Offer

• Competitive salary: £80,000 - £100,000, depending on experience.
• Company Vechicle + Fuel Card
• Bonus
• Hybrid Working
• A unique opportunity to lead and build a new regional business from the ground up.
• Long‑term growth potential be a central part of the expansion of a successful, growing company.
• The chance to work across diverse groundworks and civil-engineering projects.
• Supportive, experienced senior team and established company infrastructure