Commercial Manager - Dublin

Croft Recruitment Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car/Car allowance

Bonus

Relocation assistance

Accommodation

Leading pension

Hybrid working options

Job summary

Croft Recruitment Limited in Dublin is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on a landmark €150m mixed-use development. The role requires strategic cost management, procurement oversight, and strong contract governance to deliver the project to the highest standards.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record on large-scale construction projects within a Tier 1 main contracting environment, excellent stakeholders management, and advanced financial reporting

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Senior QS / Commercial Manager on large-scale (€100m+) construction projects.
• Experience within a Tier 1 main contracting environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement strategy, commercial control, and contract administration (e.g., NEC / JCT / RIAI depending on region).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence key stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and risk management abilities.
• Strong financial reporting and forecasting capability.
• Highly organised, adaptable, and deadline driven.
• Ability to build strong working relationships and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial team, ensuring robust cost management and reporting across the full project lifecycle.
• Develop and implement the overall commercial strategy aligned with contractual, financial, and programme objectives.
• Oversee procurement strategy and contractor/supplier package letting; negotiate best-value contracts while maintaining quality and programme.
• Administer main and subcontract forms of contract, ensuring compliance and timely resolution of commercial/contractual matters.
• Prepare, analyse, and report monthly cost/value reconciliations, forecasts, and cashflows.
• Manage and approve progress payments, variations, and change control in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Lead dispute avoidance and assist in claims preparation, negotiation, and settlement.
• Provide strategic commercial input into design development, value engineering, and risk management.
• Maintain strong relationships with client-side representatives, consultants, and key delivery partners.
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with company, legal, and HSE standards.
• Mentor and develop junior QS staff, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Commercial Manager - Dublin

Location: Dublin Salary: €105k-€120k+ Benefits: Car/Car allowance Bonus Relocation assistance Accommodation Leading Pension Hybrid working options

Project Value: €150m Sector: Mixed-Use Development Company: Tier 1 Main Contractor Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on a landmark €150m mixed-use development. This high-profile project comprises premium residential, commercial, and public realm elements delivered to the highest quality standards. The MQS will hold full responsibility for commercial strategy, cost management, and contractual governance to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in large-scale construction projects and demonstrate strong leadership, commercial acumen, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the commercial team, ensuring robust cost management and reporting across the full project lifecycle.
• Develop and implement the overall commercial strategy aligned with contractual, financial, and programme objectives.
• Oversee procurement strategy and contractor/supplier package letting; negotiate best-value contracts while maintaining quality and programme.
• Administer main and subcontract forms of contract, ensuring compliance and timely resolution of commercial/contractual matters.
• Prepare, analyse, and report monthly cost/value reconciliations, forecasts, and cashflows.
• Manage and approve progress payments, variations, and change control in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Lead dispute avoidance and assist in claims preparation, negotiation, and settlement.
• Provide strategic commercial input into design development, value engineering, and risk management.
• Maintain strong relationships with client-side representatives, consultants, and key delivery partners.
• Ensure all commercial activities comply with company, legal, and HSE standards.
• Mentor and develop junior QS staff, promoting continuous improvement and professional growth.

Criteria

• Proven track record as a Senior QS / Commercial Manager on large-scale (€100m+) construction projects; mixed-use experience advantageous.
• Experience within a Tier 1 main contracting environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement strategy, commercial control, and contract administration (e.g., NEC / JCT / RIAI depending on region).
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and influence key stakeholders.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and risk management abilities.
• Strong financial reporting and forecasting capability.
• Highly organised, adaptable, and deadline driven.
• Ability to build strong working relationships and communicate effectively.

Skills: Quantity Surveying

Benefits: Work From Home TPBN1_IJ