Group Commercial Manager

BJF Group; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK multi-disciplinary contractor is seeking a highly skilled Group Commercial Manager to oversee commercial activities across construction, refurbishment, and special projects. The role requires a strong Quantity Surveying background, expertise in contract management, and excellent communication skills. Candidates should be adept at managing complex workflows, ensuring commercial excellence, and leading dispute resolution strategies. This full-time position offers competitive pay and development opportunities in a thriving environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual leave entitlement: 33 days

Group pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong Quantity Surveying background with experience at Senior QS or Commercial Manager level.
• Deep commercial understanding across construction and building services environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex commercial workflows across multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead full commercial governance across assigned project teams.
• Provide leadership in cost planning, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Act as a senior client-facing commercial representative.

Skills

Quantity Surveying background

Contract management expertise

Negotiation skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Communication and relationship-building

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related field

Professional accreditation (RICS or equivalent) desirable

Job description

Company Description

BJF Group is a leading UK multi‑disciplinary contractor, delivering high‑quality services across facilities management, construction, and property services. We are known for our attention to detail, collaborative approach, and commitment to excellence, underpinned by our TEAMS values and an uncompromising focus on safety, service, and sustainability.

Working across both the public and private sectors, our teams deliver with care, consistency, and accountability – even in the most complex and sensitive environments. Within our Facilities Management division, the Southwest Projects team plays a vital role in delivering small works projects across a diverse portfolio of client sites.

We are proud to invest in our people and create an environment where talent can thrive. If you’re looking to make a real impact and grow with a business on an exciting journey of development, BJF Group is the place to build your future.

Position

We are recruiting for a dynamic and highly skilled Group Commercial Manager to join our Group Commercial Department. This pivotal role provides strategic and operational commercial oversight across our Construction, Refurbishment, and Special Projects teams, ensuring commercial excellence, robust governance, and optimal project performance.

As a key commercial leader, you will operate at group level while working closely with project delivery teams and senior stakeholders. Your remit spans contract leadership, cost management, commercial risk control, client interface management, dispute prevention / resolution, and the effective management of multiple internal frameworks.

This position is well‑suited to a strong Quantity Surveying professional ready to take a broader managerial role across diverse business units.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Contract Management

• Lead full commercial governance across assigned project teams, maintaining alignment with Group Commercial frameworks.
• Oversee pre‑contract activities including contract review, negotiation, amendments, and execution.
• Ensure effective management of contract administration, change control, claims, variations, cashflow, and final accounts.
• Interpret contract obligations (JCT / NEC) and ensure project teams operate to best‑practice standards.

Cost & Financial Control

• Provide leadership in cost planning, forecasting, CVR analysis, and commercial reporting.
• Drive rigorous cost management across projects, ensuring profitability targets are met.
• Advise senior management on commercial risks, opportunities, and strategic commercial improvements.

Client & Stakeholder Interface

• Act as a senior client‑facing commercial representative, building strong relationships and managing expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Represent the department in internal governance, senior leadership discussions, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Dispute Mitigation & Resolution

• Identify emerging commercial issues early and lead proactive strategies to mitigate risk.
• Manage dispute resolution processes, negotiating positive outcomes for the business where required.

Framework & Departmental Leadership

• Oversee commercial processes across multiple internal frameworks (Construction, Refurbishment, Special Projects) ensuring cohesion and compliance.
• Support capability development within the wider commercial team, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Align with group‑level commercial strategy as outlined within senior‑level proposals.

Skills & Experience

You will ideally bring :

• Strong Quantity Surveying background with demonstrable experience at Senior QS or Commercial Manager level.
• Deep commercial understanding across construction and building services environments.
• Expertise in contract management, particularly NEC and JCT.
• Proven ability to manage complex commercial workflows across multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Confidence in leading dispute mitigation and resolution.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• High professional integrity and a solutions‑driven approach.

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional accreditation (RICS or equivalent) desirable but not essential.

What we offer

• Exposure to a varied and evolving portfolio of construction and refurbishment projects.
• Opportunity to take ownership of commercial M&E delivery within a growing, forward‑thinking business.
• Exposure to major projects across varied sectors.
• Support for further training, qualifications, and professional development.
• Competitive Salary.
• Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical beliefs; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.