Senior Commercial Manager

Octagon Group; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Avonmouth, Bristol is looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to provide leadership and strategic guidance on high-value projects. This hybrid role requires extensive experience in contract management and complex negotiations. The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator, capable of managing multi-million-pound contracts and engaging with stakeholders to drive project success. If you're driven and seeking a rewarding challenge, apply now!

Qualifications

• Track record managing multi-million-pound contracts.
• Expertise in corporate finance and cost management.
• Extensive experience in complex negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction on multiple projects.
• Draft and implement commercial processes.
• Manage contracts and negotiations effectively.

Skills

Contract management

Complex negotiations

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial oversight

Leadership

Job description

Overview

Senior Commercial Manager - Avonmouth, Bristol. Hybrid Role.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join a growing team in Avonmouth, Bristol. This hybrid role offers the chance to provide leadership, commercial oversight, and strategic guidance on high-value projects while being part of a forward-thinking organisation driving excellence in project delivery.

Based at the Avonmouth office, the Senior Commercial Manager will oversee a commercial team, manage key contracts, and engage with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered to time, cost, and quality standards. This is a unique role for a commercially astute professional who is confident in complex negotiations, contract management, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, direction, and commercial expertise across multiple projects in Avonmouth, Bristol.
• Draft and implement robust commercial processes, ensuring compliance and best practice.
• Manage contracts, procurement processes, and negotiations to safeguard interests and maximise opportunities.
• Deliver commercial training, mentoring, and guidance to teams.
• Support bid activity, highlighting commercial risks and opportunities.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships to drive long-term value.

What We're Looking For

• A strong track record in managing multi-million-pound contracts.
• Expertise in corporate finance, reporting, budgeting, and cost management.
• Extensive experience in complex contract negotiations and stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of contract terms, construction regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Proven leadership skills, with experience in building and managing high-performing teams.

Personal Qualities

• Confident communicator with excellent presentation skills.
• Resilient, determined, and results-driven.
• A collaborative and inspiring leader with an innovative mindset.
• Assertive in meeting objectives while maintaining professionalism.

Location & Benefits

This Senior Commercial Manager position is a hybrid role based in Avonmouth, Bristol, offering flexibility to work both on-site and remotely. The role provides the chance to work on high-profile projects, alongside a supportive team, in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

If you are seeking a new challenge in Avonmouth, Bristol where your commercial expertise and leadership can make a real impact, this opportunity is not to be missed