GC Commercial Lead

Jones Engineering; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a motivated GC Commercial Lead to manage commercial aspects and project delivery in the London Area. This role offers the chance to lead a talented team, ensuring high-quality solutions through effective project management and client engagement. With a focus on innovation in modular construction, the position emphasizes collaboration across engineering, procurement, and commercial teams. Join a forward-thinking company that values efficiency and safety, and contribute to transformative projects in the engineering and construction sector.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Support for further training

Career progression opportunities

Performance incentives

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Proven record in commercial project delivery including budgeting and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial activities related to project delivery.
• Collaborate with teams to define project scope and deliverables.

Skills

Construction Management

Project Management

Budgeting

Procurement

Resource Planning

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Commercial discipline

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

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Jones Engineering has a requirement for a GC Commercial Lead, to join and manage the commercial aspects and project delivery function on a project in the London Area, United Kingdom.

Jones Engineering, in a move to increase efficiency & predictability, improve safety, minimize disruption to site, clients & the environment, and reduce the time frame from Basis of Design (BOD) to Facility (FR), has invested heavily in recent years in leaner working methods and challenging traditional project delivery approaches in the engineering & construction sector.

As an international leader in fast-track Modular Construction, our Modular & Bespoke Manufacturing Solutions team offers more efficient project processes, enabling clients to maximize project potential from design through off-site manufacture and assembly.

Our multidisciplinary team, with a core understanding of traditional stick-build construction, has delivered several 'product modules' based on a 'plug and play' concept, transforming client BODs into fully tested, CE/UKCA Marked products ready for site infrastructure integration.

This role offers a motivated individual the opportunity to lead and support a team of talented professionals and serve as the primary interface with clients to deliver high-quality, commercially viable solutions.

Role/Requirements

• The GC Commercial Lead will oversee commercial activities related to daily operations and ensure successful project delivery, including site integration where applicable. A strong background in construction & commercial disciplines is essential.
• Assist in pursuing new projects by attending pre-bid meetings, identifying scope, schedule, and budget, preparing proposals, and leading client interviews and presentations.
• Collaborate with engineering (design & manufacturing), procurement, and commercial teams to define project scope and deliverables.
• Develop project execution plans covering scope, schedule, communication, delivery, and handover.
• Maintain resource plans and schedules for projects.
• Create and manage operational and project-specific budgets, coordinating with the accounts team regularly.
• Identify and assess project risks, providing weekly status reports on operational and project progress.
• Foster positive client relationships across all projects.
• Manage consultants and manufacturing contractors as needed.
• Candidate should be energetic, with excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Industrial), or a Commercial discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Business, Finance)
• At least 10+ years’ experience in construction, engineering, or manufacturing.
• Proven record in commercial project delivery, including budgeting, procurement, and resource planning.
• Experience in pre-bid/tender processes and client-facing presentations.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Proficiency in budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Familiarity with construction contracts, procurement, and supplier management.
• Experience coordinating with engineering/design teams, commercial teams, and manufacturing/production.
• Ability to manage project risks, schedules, and deliverables under strict deadlines.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of organization, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Energetic and proactive, capable of working independently and leading teams.

About Us

Jones Engineering boasts over 130 years of experience as a world-class engineering contractor. Our core divisions include Mechanical, Electrical, Sprinkler and Fire Protection engineering. We also provide Waste to Energy (BioEnergy), Specialist Lift, Off-Site Fabrication, Technical Support, Maintenance, Asset Management, BIM, and Geo-Surveying services. We offer competitive salaries, support for further training, CPD leading to chartered status, performance incentives, and career progression opportunities.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Engineering, and Project Management

Industries

• Construction and Engineering Services