Senior Commercial Manager

Skanska; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in London is seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to oversee a high-value project exceeding £300 million. The role requires significant experience as the Commercial Lead in major projects and expertise in JCT forms of contract. Candidates should have a strong understanding of contract law and stakeholder management skills. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to major development opportunities and ensure project performance.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working on major projects (£300m+) as the Commercial Lead, ideally within the commercial real estate sector.
• Detailed working knowledge of contract and commercial law.
• Experience of large and complex claims.

Responsibilities

• Act as Commercial lead on a high profile project (£300m+), leading contract procedures.
• Oversee the administration of the head contract while limiting risk.
• Lead the commercial team to create the project execution plan.

Skills

Commercial lead experience

Stakeholder management

Contractual knowledge

Experience with JCT forms of contract

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant commercial subject

MRCIS qualified

Job description

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Skanska, one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups, is an inclusive and responsible business that is helping to build a better society.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Commercial Manager to join our high-performing Building team in London. The Senior Commercial Manager will oversee the commercial function of a high-value project exceeding £300 million within our commercial office / mixed use sector. As a key member of a Project Leadership Team, you will be responsible for managing project finances, contractual obligations and commercial performance.

The successful candidate will join the team in late Q4 2025 or early Q1 2026, contributing to major opportunities and delivering value across all phases of project development.

What you'll do:

• Act as Commercial lead on a high profile, high value project (£300m +), leading on all elements of contract procedures
• Oversee the administration of the head contract whilst delegating responsibilities and ensure Skanska fulfil contractual entitlements but limit risk
• Lead the commercial team and work with the commercial director (projects) to create the project execution plan
• Provide a comprehensive service to address any contractual or commercial issues of the project as part of the Operational Risk Assessment (ORA), supporting strategic tender decisions
• Regularly report on commercial data, including forecasting
• Work in conjunction with design team advising on budgets and affordability
• Ensure the strategy for contracted works is developed and takes into consideration the procurement procedures

What you'll bring to the role:

• Significant experience working on major projects (£300m+) as the Commercial Lead, ideally within the commercial real estate sector
• Experienced in JCT forms of contract
• Detailed working knowledge of contract and commercial law
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (internal and external)
• Experience of large and complex claims
• MRCIS qualified (highly desirable), Degree or equivalent in relevant commercial subject