Senior Commercial Manager – Construction Delivery

Collen Construction; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Career development

Job summary

Collen Construction is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function across multiple projects in Ireland and the UK. You will manage a team of quantity surveyors and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, with a focus on safeguarding the commercial position.

The role requires 5+ years at Senior QS level or CM level, chartered status, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with cost control, procurement, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Requires B.Sc. Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying with 5+ years at Senior QS level or CM level.
• Chartered MRICS or MSCSI, or APC process in progress.
• Proven track record delivering complex projects on time and within budget (up to €100m).
• Strong communication skills and IT literacy in MS Office, Cubit/CostX, COINS.

Responsibilities

• Lead contract administration across Main Contracts (NEC, PWC, RIAI, FIDIC, etc.).
• Prepare and notify variations, claims, and monthly payment applications.
• Maintain CVR, risk registers and cash flow forecasts with project delivery teams.
• Mentor Senior and Project QS staff and drive high performance and continuous improvement.
• Build relationships with clients and design teams while safeguarding commercial position.

Skills

Senior QS experience

Team leadership

Contract administration

Client management

Cost control

Education

B.Sc. Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying

Chartered MRICS / MSCSI

Tools

Cubit / CostX

COINS

MS Office

Job description

Collen Construction is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function across multiple projects in Ireland and the UK. You will manage a team of quantity surveyors and ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, with a focus on safeguarding the commercial position.

The role requires 5+ years at Senior QS level or CM level, chartered status, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with cost control, procurement, and reporting.