Senior Commercial Manager

Austin Fraser; London; On-site; GBP 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the London construction market is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead significant projects valued over £150 million. This role offers a competitive salary package, including a car allowance and travel benefits. The successful candidate will oversee a dedicated commercial team, manage contracts, and ensure successful project delivery while mitigating risks. Join a reputable contractor with a healthy pipeline of work and the opportunity to make a substantial impact in a dynamic environment. If you possess strong leadership skills and a keen eye for detail, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Travel Package

Healthy Pipeline of Work

Competitive Salary and Package

Qualifications

• Experience with main contractors on major new build schemes.
• Strong attention to detail and clear leadership track record.

Responsibilities

• Manage project through PCSA agreement and contract negotiation.
• Lead site-based commercial team and coordinate procurement techniques.
• Provide commercial input to Buildability and Value Engineering reviews.

Skills

Dispute Resolution

Contract Negotiation

Commercial Risk Management

Leadership

Attention to Detail

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Cost Management Tools

Job description

Client: Our client is a leading player in the London Construction market working across Major Commercial Schemes, Life Sciences and Data Centre Projects. They have also been involved in state of the art sports centres across the UK. They have grown rapidly over the past 10 years and have emerged as a Key Contractor in the London market. They also operate nationwide and overseas, building up a key client base whom they have earned repeat business from.

Role: Senior Commercial Manager- London - Salary up to £135,000 + 5k Car + Travel + Package

The successful candidate will be joining the major projects team. They have recently secured two jobs north of £150m and will be seeking a Senior Individual to lead them both.

Responsibilities:

1. Understanding of disputes resolution including options, structure, techniques, experts.
2. Managing project through PCSA agreement, including negotiation of terms and contract.
3. Management of site based commercial team, including senior surveyors and project level surveyors.
4. Co-ordination of buying, accounts, production control/planning, supply chain management & procurement techniques, estimating & surveying functions.
5. Management and reporting of Commercial Risk and Opportunity.
6. Management of disallowed cost.
7. Provide commercial input to Buildability and Value Engineering reviews.
8. Review tenders & cost data.
9. Co-ordinate the commercial team to ensure programme issues are identified and actioned.
10. Manage the preparation and articulation of the monthly CVR and associated commercial reports.
11. Manage the feedback of commercial data to Planning, Estimating, Marketing and Sales.
12. Lead commercial aspects with Customer and stakeholders.
13. Establish client supply chain requirements & advise on alternative forms of contract & procurement arrangements.
14. Reporting directly into the Commercial Director.

The ideal candidate will have:

1. Experience working with a main contractor on major new build schemes.
2. Strong attention to detail.
3. Clear leadership track record.

In return they offer:

1. A healthy pipeline of work.
2. An excellent base salary and package.
3. Opportunity to join a reputable and market leading contractor.
4. Opportunity to lead a £150m+ project.