Strategic Commercial Director, Civil Infra Projects

Kenton Black Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited, North London, seeks an experienced Commercial Director to lead the commercial function across major UK civil engineering and construction projects. Based at the head office, you will shape strategy, governance and profitability while guiding a senior commercial team.

Key requirements include senior commercial leadership in a main contractor or civil engineering business, a track record of managing high-value projects, NEC contract expertise, and MRICS or equivalent

Qualifications

• Significant senior-level commercial leadership experience in construction.
• Experience delivering major civil engineering projects.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in QS/Commercial Management, with MRICS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction to the commercial function across the business.
• Lead, develop and mentor Commercial Managers and wider commercial teams.
• Take overall responsibility for commercial performance, cost management and profitability across multiple projects.
• Oversee administration and management of major contracts, including NEC and other standard forms.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, risk management and reporting procedures.
• Lead high-level contract negotiations and manage significant opportunities and disputes.
• Work with Operational and Pre-Construction teams on tender reviews and procurement strategies.
• Review project commercial performance, forecasts, CVRs and cash flow, and manage risks and opportunities.
• Provide clear commercial reporting to the Board and senior leadership team.
• Drive best practice across commercial processes and maintain client and supply-chain relationships.
• Play a key role in future growth and strategic development of the business.

Skills

Commercial Leadership

Negotiation

Stakeholder Mgmt

Strategic Thinking

Education

Degree in QS/Commercial Mgmt

Tools

NEC Contracts

Job description

Kenton Black Limited, North London, seeks an experienced Commercial Director to lead the commercial function across major UK civil engineering and construction projects. Based at the head office, you will shape strategy, governance and profitability while guiding a senior commercial team.

Key requirements include senior commercial leadership in a main contractor or civil engineering business, a track record of managing high-value projects, NEC contract expertise, and MRICS or equivalent