Senior Commercial Manager

M Group Services Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure services is seeking to bring significant contributors to their commercial management team. The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering, enjoy a supportive team culture, and drive performance on high-profile projects. The role offers competitive benefits including career growth opportunities, a comprehensive salary package, and a commitment to health and safety.

Benefits

Matched or contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Mental Health First Aiders

My Rewards portal with retail discounts

Life Assurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity or paternity leave

Discretionary bonus scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• MRICS or CICES accreditation preferred.
• Significant experience in civil engineering, aviation, defence, or safety-critical sectors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver commercial management services and establish team structures.
• Manage cash flow, WIP control, and risk mitigation.
• Engage with the Contract Services team to resolve disputes.

Skills

Cost estimation software

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in afriendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

Defence and adjacent markets- We manage reactive and planned maintenance and upgrades on defence properties, airfields, military bases, ports, railway infrastructure and depots.

Want to come and be a part of it?

What will you be doing?

To deliver commercial management services effectively and consistently, it's essential to establish a clear structure with defined roles, responsibilities, and required competencies. Building a high-performing team involves setting clear objectives, supporting personal development, and regularly reviewing progress. Are your current team structures and development plans aligned with your long-term goals?

Structured training and mentoring—especially for those pursuing professional qualifications like the APC—should be embedded into your team culture. How are you currently supporting professional growth within your commercial team?

A strong culture of contractual and commercial awareness must be promoted, ensuring compliance with group procedures and governance. This includes active involvement in the work-winning process, resource planning, and collaboration with pre-contract teams. Is your team consistently applying commercial best practices across all contracts?

Developing and executing a clear commercial strategy—covering tendering, cash flow, and margin improvement—is critical. Before tenders are submitted, contractual risks must be reviewed, and contract terms negotiated within acceptable risk parameters. How robust is your current tender review and risk assessment process?

Ongoing contract administration should be monitored through regular reviews, ensuring timely and professional execution. Cash flow management, WIP control, and risk mitigation are key to financial health. Are you maximizing your cash position and proactively managing risks?

Engagement with the Contract Services team to resolve disputes, and coordination with the Insurance department to pursue recoveries, are also vital. Participation in project reviews and executive meetings ensures transparency and accountability. Are you leveraging these forums to drive performance and resolve issues early?

Strategic planning, including setting annual objectives and aligning with the Operations Director on business plans, helps maintain focus. Client engagement, feedback loops, and cross-unit collaboration support a unified “One Group” approach. How are you maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring alignment across business units?

Finally, contributing to group-wide initiatives, promoting behavioural programmes, and ensuring compliance with legal and audit requirements are part of a well-rounded leadership role. Are you creating space for innovation and continuous improvement within your team?

What you’ll bring

• Qualifications:Do you have a degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related field? MRICS or CICES accreditation is preferred.
• Experience:Have you worked in civil engineering, aviation, defence, or other safety-critical sectors? We’re looking for significant experience.
• Skills:Are you proficient with cost estimation software and Microsoft Office? Do you have strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills?
• Competitive Salary & Benefits:Are you ready for a role that values your expertise? We offer a comprehensive salary and benefits package.
• Career Growth:Do you want to work on exciting, high-profile projects? You’ll have the chance to grow and advance your career.
• Inclusive Environment:Do you value diversity and support? We promote collaboration and respect in everything we do.
• Core Values:Do you want to work for a company that upholdsHealth & Safety,Service Delivery,Investing in People, andIntegrity? These values guide us every day.

If you want to make a real impact on vital infrastructure projects, we’d be excited to have you on our team.

What’s in it for you?

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and outside of work, some of which include;

• Matched or contributorypension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• My Rewards portal, access to 1000’s retail discounts
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity or paternity leave
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Online GP Service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

In addition, this role offers

• Company car and fuel card with a range of electric and hybrid vehicles to choose from
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!
• Single cover private health care
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 25days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us!
• Holiday purchase scheme

Please note:Occasionally, we may close job adverts before the stated closing date. We’dencourage you to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.

For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3^rdparty background checks as part of our hiring process.Some of our roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of our induction.

#MGroupR&A