Senior Commercial Lead – Major Projects (Construction/Rail)

Benjamin Grace; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager in Tonbridge. This role involves full commercial accountability for major projects, leading a team, and ensuring contract performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, commercial acumen, and extensive experience in construction or rail sectors. A degree and relevant qualifications are preferred. This is a permanent position offering a significant career opportunity.

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial experience, ideally within construction or rail.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites/offices.
• Computer literate with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Take full commercial accountability for contract management and financial performance.
• Develop, lead, and manage the commercial team.
• Monitor and assure contract performance, including monthly reconciliations.
• Negotiate and manage complex change control items and claims.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree or equivalent professional experience

Recognised professional management qualification

Chartered Surveyor or equivalent professional membership

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager in Tonbridge. This role involves full commercial accountability for major projects, leading a team, and ensuring contract performance. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, commercial acumen, and extensive experience in construction or rail sectors. A degree and relevant qualifications are preferred. This is a permanent position offering a significant career opportunity.