Head of Commercial

JR United Kingdom; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in Peterborough is seeking a Head of Commercial to lead a department during a critical growth phase. This role involves providing strategic oversight and managing major projects. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in the civil engineering or construction sectors, strong leadership abilities, and the capacity to thrive in high-pressure environments. The position offers a competitive salary of circa £100k plus benefits, with flexibility to work from home up to three days a week.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car/travel allowance

Private pension

Private healthcare

Flexible working conditions

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading commercial teams within the civil engineering, utilities or construction sectors.
• Track record of managing major projects and delivering commercial success.

Responsibilities

• Steering major projects and setting the commercial direction for the business.
• Providing strategic commercial oversight while driving operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Experience in civil engineering

Ability to handle high-stress environments

Project management

Job description

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Head of Commercial
Location: Peterborough (2-3 days office presence per week)
Salary: Circa £100k + Car/Travel Allowance & Package

I'm working with a leading main contractor that's at a pivotal point in its journey and they're looking for a Head of Commercial who's ready to step into a challenging but highly rewarding leadership role working on a capital delivery framework in Cambridgeshire.

The Head of Commercial will be walking straight into a department in the middle of change, steering major projects, and setting the commercial direction for the business. You'll need thick skin, resilience under pressure, and the leadership skills to inspire your team through a demanding but exciting period of growth.

You'll have three direct reports from day one with the wider team expected to double in size over the next 12 months. Your remit will be to provide strategic commercial oversight while driving operational excellence across all areas.

If you thrive under pressure, this is a role where your impact will be noticed right at the top. The leadership team is heavily invested in getting the right person in quickly - CVs are being reviewed daily and interviews are happening immediately.

What's in it for you:

• The opportunity to shape and lead a commercial department during a critical growth phase
• A competitive package of circa £100k + £6k car/travel allowance, 25 days leave + bank holidays, private pension, private healthcare
• High visibility with the senior leadership team - do this job well and you'll be highly regarded across the business
• Flexibility to work 2-3 days from home per week, with office base in Peterborough

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience leading commercial teams within the civil engineering, utilities or construction sectors
• A decisive, confident leader who can handle high-stress, high-stakes environments
• Track record of managing major projects and delivering commercial success
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels

If you're ready to step into a role where your leadership will make a visible difference from day one, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group on 01342 330 539.

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