Senior Commercial Manager

Bigblue UK; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the design and build sector seeks a Senior Commercial Manager to oversee multiple commercial fit-out projects in London. Candidates should have strong expertise in the D&B landscape, with responsibilities including strategic leadership and client relationship management to drive project success.

Benefits

Highly competitive commission structure

Opportunity to join a forward-thinking team

Strong pipeline of exciting projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a commercial role within the D&B or fit-out sector.
• Excellent communicator and confident negotiator.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Taking full commercial ownership of multiple live projects.
• Developing and managing cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement.
• Collaborating closely with design, pre-construction, and delivery teams.

Skills

Commercial strategy

Client communication

Contracts understanding

Cost management

Analytical skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

Senior Commercial Manager

Location: London
Salary: £90,000 + Strong Commission Structure

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join a fast-growing London-based Design & Build team delivering exceptional commercial office fit-outs.

This is a pivotal role working across fast-paced projects up to £1.5m in value. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of the D&B landscape, commercial strategy, and client-facing delivery — with the confidence to lead projects from pre-construction through to final account.

What you’ll be doing

• Taking full commercial ownership of multiple live projects

• Developing and managing cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement

• Collaborating closely with design, pre-construction, and delivery teams

• Budget monitoring, forecasting, and financial reporting

• Managing relationships with clients, consultants, and suppliers

• Leading commercial strategy to ensure successful outcomes

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a commercial role within the D&B or fit-out sector

• Deep understanding of contracts, procurement, and cost management

• Excellent communicator and confident negotiator

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills

• A proactive, solutions-driven mindset

What’s on offer

• £90,000 base salary

• Highly competitive commission structure

• Opportunity to join a forward-thinking team working on design-led, high-quality projects

• Strong pipeline of exciting, fast-moving commercial fit-outs