Senior Commercial Manager – Construction Projects

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement organization in Birmingham seeks a Commercial Manager to ensure successful project delivery through strong commercial leadership. This role involves managing cost and value, negotiating contracts, overseeing financial reporting, and engaging stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in commercial management within construction, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead teams effectively. A degree in a relevant field is essential.

Benefits

Competitive Salary with yearly increase

26 days holiday (option to purchase 5 more)

Employer pension

Competitive mileage rate

Travel expenses

Enhanced parental leave

Professional and Educational development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management within construction or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, risk management, and dispute resolution.
• Skilled negotiator with the ability to secure acceptable outcomes on complex projects.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost and value management for projects, ensuring systems are followed.
• Oversee financial reporting and cashflow forecasting for projects.
• Identify and negotiate unacceptable contract terms with clients.
• Manage project change processes by evaluating and recovering entitlements.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract negotiation

Risk management

Dispute resolution

Stakeholder management

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Law, Business Administration or related field

Job description

A leading procurement organization in Birmingham seeks a Commercial Manager to ensure successful project delivery through strong commercial leadership. This role involves managing cost and value, negotiating contracts, overseeing financial reporting, and engaging stakeholders. Candidates should have experience in commercial management within construction, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to lead teams effectively. A degree in a relevant field is essential.