Regional Commercial Manager

Howells Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 105,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regeneration contractor is seeking a Regional Commercial Manager to oversee commercial operations for planned maintenance and refurbishment projects across the Midlands. The role demands proven experience in a senior commercial position, excellent leadership and negotiation skills, and a strategic mindset. The successful candidate will drive the commercial strategy, manage project P&L, and collaborate with operational teams. A competitive salary of up to £105,000 plus benefits and bonuses is offered.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus up to 30%

Executive benefits package

Clear path for progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role with a main contractor.
• Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contracts.
• Ability to drive profitable results while developing a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial strategy across social housing contracts.
• Manage project P&L, forecasts, and valuations.
• Partner with teams to enhance contract performance.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Job description

Overview

Regional Commercial Manager - Social Housing Refurb & DecarbonisationGBP105K + Bonus + BenefitsWest & East Midlands

We are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Senior Commercial Manager to deliver a GBP50m region: planned maintenance, decarbonisation/retrofit and high-rise refurbishment projects across the Midlands for Housing Associations, Local Councils, and RSLs.

As a key member of the leadership team, you play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team.

You will oversee all regional commercial operations for your region, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results.

Senior Commercial Manager Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the commercial strategy across multiple social housing contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Managing project P&L, forecasts, valuations, and reporting to consistently achieve or exceed financial objectives.
• Partnering with operational teams to enhance contract performance and maximise client satisfaction.
• Supporting contract mobilisation, execution, and ongoing improvement initiatives.
• Championing innovation and identifying opportunities to drive growth, efficiency, and added value.

Senior Commercial Manager Experience

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role with a main contractor delivering relevant projects.
• Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contract
• Strategic thinker with hands-on capability and a results-driven mindset
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Senior Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits

• Base salary up to GBP105,000
• Performance-related bonus up to 30%
• Executive benefits package
• Influence and autonomy within a growing business
• Clear path for progression

To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in social housing/property services projects across multiple sites is essential.

For a chance of securing this role, please apply online now or contact Bianca on for more information.