Construction Commercial Manager

EASYWEBRECRUITMENT.COM; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Construction Commercial Manager to join a client in Daresbury, England. This permanent full-time position involves supporting the Cost & Commercial Director in various commercial and cost control activities within the infrastructure sector. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, professional accreditation, and strong experience in commercial management. The salary is up to £45,000 with excellent benefits including flexible working, enhanced parental pay, and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Private medical insurance

Access to online GP services

Generous pension plan

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial construction management role post degree qualification.
• Strong understanding of cost planning and contract administration.
• Familiarity with risk management and continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing commercial strategies for defined Special Purpose Companies.
• Support review of tender documentation and contract documents.
• Provide commercial advice to internal teams under guidance.

Skills

Cost planning

Cash flow forecasting

Contract administration

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional accreditation

Job description

Overview

Our client has an opportunity for a Construction Commercial Manager to join their team. This role is on a permanent basis and will be based in Daresbury, Cheshire. The Construction Commercial Manager supports the Cost & Commercial Director in managing commercial and cost control activities across variations, lifecycle works, and compliance / expiry programmes. This role ensures robust cost planning, contract administration, and supplier performance management to maintain value and compliance within the SMG portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cost & Commercial Director in implementing commercial strategies and cost management processes for defined Special Purpose Companies (SPCs) within the SMG portfolio.
• Support the review of tender documentation, cost assessments, contract documents, and reporting packs for outsourced suppliers.
• Support the review of detailed cost plans, cash flow forecasts, and reporting models to provide visibility of cost exposure for programme works.
• Contribute to governance frameworks and compliance checks for all outsourced programme activities, ensuring adherence to SMG standards.
• Assist in procurement activities.
• Provide commercial advice to internal teams and supply chain partners under the guidance of the Cost & Commercial Director.
• Assist with lifecycle and variation management activities and provide emergency support in exceptional circumstances to mitigate SMG risks.

Role Performance Expectations

• 100% compliance with lifecycle and variation policy and governance across all programmes activities.
• 95%+ of defined Programmes set-up within agreed mobilisation period
• Zero audit failures related to internal programmes documentation
• Regular reporting of programming performance metrics to senior leadership
• All team members to have completed professional development plans and performance reviews annually.
• ≥ 90% supplier compliance with agreed scopes, timelines, and quality standards for outsourced services.
• ≤ 5% rework rate on outsourced deliverables due to quality or scope misalignment.
• Quarterly supplier performance reviews conducted with Procurement support and documented, with corrective actions tracked.

Person Specification

Essential

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying
• Professional accreditation (or significantly progressed towards and commitment to complete)
• Proven experience in a commercial construction management role post degree qualification
• Strong understanding of cost planning, cash flow forecasting, and contract administration
• Experience of supporting capital project work programmes
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to governance and compliance
• Familiarity with risk management and continuous improvement practices
• Successful DBS check

About their organisation

Our client is a dedicated team of infrastructure experts sharing a core understanding: that effective day to day management delivers value, stability and returns over the long term.

As one of the largest SPV and Asset Management service providers to the PPP / PFI infrastructure market, they seek to protect and enhance the value of their investor’s assets, which currently stand at £3bn.

They welcome applications from ex-service and other former military personnel. They are committed to honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and supporting the Armed Forces community.

Location

Daresbury

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Salary

Up to £45,000

Benefits

They are proud to offer a range of excellent benefits including family friendly policies such as enhanced maternity and paternity pay, menopause support, private medical insurance and healthcare cash plan, access to online GP services, generous pension plan, 25 days annual leave increasing with service, hybrid and flexible working opportunities, life assurance, and a commitment to ongoing learning and development opportunities including support with professional study and memberships.

Diversity

They are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and creates equity amongst our employees. They encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments at any part of your application, please get in touch.

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