Head of Commercial

Kenton Black Limited; Dartford; On-site; GBP 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

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Job summary

Kenton Black Limited, exclusive vacancy in London, seeks a Head of Commercial to oversee all commercial aspects of major projects. The role leads a high-performing team, shapes tender strategies, and manages risks across schemes.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will work with Sector Managers, coordinate with the finance team, and drive forecasts. The position offers up to £125,000 salary plus a comprehensive company package.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and build a high-performing commercial team.
• Support the work winning team identifying risks and managing accountabilities within tender packs and contractual terms.
• Prepare, develop, and implement commercial strategies to support project success.
• Identify and manage commercial risks on new and existing contracts.
• Ensure full compliance and performance of all contracts.
• Design and implement effective contract management processes.
• Negotiate contract agreements and address non-standard contractual issues.
• Collaborate with Sector Managers to ensure projects exceed commercial targets.
• Oversee the development and presentation of accurate Management Information.

Job description

EXCLUSIVE VACANCY
Head of Commercial
London
Up to c£125,000, plus company package

Are you currently working in a Senior Commercial Role looking for a fresh challenge or a Commercial Manager looking to take the next step in your career?

We have partnered up with a longstanding client at Kenton Black who are going through a sustained period of growth and are looking to bolster their commercial team by bringing in a Head of Commercial within London to oversee all commercial aspects of major projects across London!

My client is a leading M&E and Telecoms contractor within the civil engineering and rail sector working on many major projects across London and the Midlands.

This Head of Commercial role will be reporting directly into the Commercial Director. The business has a very strong orderbook for the next 18-24 months with further growth predicted.

Role Purpose:

• Lead, develop, and build a high-performing commercial team.
• Support the work winning team by identifying risks and managing accountabilities within tender packs and contractual terms.
• Prepare, develop, and implement commercial strategies to support project success.
• Identify and manage commercial risks on both new and existing contracts.
• Ensure full compliance and performance of all contracts.
• Design and implement effective contract management processes.
• Negotiate contract agreements and address non-standard contractual issues.
• Collaborate with Sector Managers to ensure projects exceed commercial targets.
• Oversee the development and presentation of accurate Management Information.
• Work closely with the finance team to produce accurate forecasts.

On offer is a very lucrative salary and package as well the opportunity to join a very reputable contractor. This role is paying up to £125,000 plus company package.