M&E Commercial Manager

Fusion People Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Pension

Healthcare

Job summary

Fusion People Ltd in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager (M&E) to lead the commercial performance across a portfolio of mechanical and electrical projects. You will own cost control, risk management, and margin protection while working closely with project teams.

This role requires strong NEC/JCT contract knowledge, excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive profitability on multiple sites with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior QS in M&E/building services.
• Strong knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms.
• Proven ability to improve project profitability and stakeholder influence.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial activities across M&E projects with cost control.
• Manage NEC/JCT contracts, variations, claims, and change control.
• Prepare CVRs, forecasts, and financial reports for leadership.
• Oversee subcontract procurement and supply chain management.
• Support project managers to ensure commercial compliance and delivery.
• Build relationships with clients and consultants to support outcomes.

Skills

Commercial management

M&E contracting

NEC/JCT contracts

Cost control

Stakeholder communication

Multi-project management

Tools

NEC

JCT

Job description

Commercial Manager (M&E) - Birmingham

Salary: £80,000-£100,000 + Benefits + Bonus

Role Summary

A leading building services contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager (M&E) to oversee commercial performance across a portfolio of mechanical and electrical projects in Birmingham. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong contractual knowledge with hands-on commercial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Management - Lead commercial activities across M&E projects, ensuring strong cost control, risk management, and margin protection.

• Contract Administration - Manage NEC/JCT contracts, variations, claims, and change control processes.

• Cost & Value Reporting - Produce accurate CVRs, forecasts, and financial reports for senior leadership.

• Procurement Oversight - Oversee subcontract procurement, negotiation, and supply chain management.

• Project Support - Work closely with project managers to ensure commercial compliance and timely delivery.

• Client Engagement - Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior QS within the M&E contracting or building services sector.

• Strong working knowledge of NEC and JCT contract forms.

• Excellent commercial acumen with a track record of improving project profitability.

• Confident communicator capable of influencing internal and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Package

• £80,000-£100,000 base salary

• Performance-related bonus

• Pension, healthcare, and additional benefits

• Career progression within a growing Birmingham-based contractor

Location

Birmingham (with occasional travel to project sites)