Commercial Manager

Brandon James Limited; Greater London; On-site; NOK 761,000 - 887,000; Full time

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd in London is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial performance of major construction projects from procurement through to final account, advising clients and leading contract strategy.

The role focuses on managing budgets, risk, and contractual obligations, with opportunities to own key commissions, strengthen client relationships and contribute to the consultancy's growth in commercial management across sectors.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in construction discipline (Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management)
• MRICS/MCIOB preferred
• Strong UK commercial management orQuantity Surveying experience
• Good knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts
• Proven experience managing large or complex construction projects
• Strong negotiation, reporting and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially astute with the confidence to advise senior clients independently

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial strategy across major construction projects and programmes
• Preparing and reviewing budgets, forecasts and commercial reports
• Leading procurement, tendering and contractor negotiations
• Managing valuations, variations, change control and final accounts
• Identifying and mitigating commercial and contractual risks
• Advising clients on procurement routes, contract strategy and project performance
• Managing contractor and consultant commercial relationships
• Supporting project teams with accurate financial and contractual reporting

Skills

Commercial management

Quantity surveying

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Financial reporting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

MRICS

MCIOB

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

Commercial Manager – London

A leading independent construction and property consultancy is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to join their London team. Working across major developments and complex programmes throughout the capital, this is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager to become part of a highly respected business with a strong reputation for delivering commercial and cost management services across a broad range of sectors.

The successful Commercial Manager will take responsibility for the commercial performance of projects from early procurement and contract strategy through to delivery and final account. The Commercial Manager will work closely with clients, project teams, contractors and consultants, providing clear commercial advice while maintaining control over cost, risk and contractual obligations.

This position would suit a commercially focused Commercial Manager with strong UK construction experience who is confident working on significant and technically challenging projects. The Commercial Manager will have the opportunity to take ownership of key commissions, strengthen senior client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the consultancy’s commercial management offering.

Commercial Manager – Key Responsibilities:

• Managing commercial strategy across major construction projects and programmes


• Preparing and reviewing budgets, forecasts and commercial reports


• Leading procurement, tendering and contractor negotiations


• Managing valuations, variations, change control and final accounts


• Identifying and mitigating commercial and contractual risks


• Advising clients on procurement routes, contract strategy and project performance


• Managing contractor and consultant commercial relationships


• Supporting project teams with accurate financial and contractual reporting

Commercial Manager – Candidate Requirements:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline


• MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent recognised professional qualification preferred


• Strong UK commercial management or Quantity Surveying experience


• Good knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts


• Proven experience managing large or complex construction projects


• Strong negotiation, reporting and stakeholder management skills


• Commercially astute with the confidence to advise senior clients independently

In Return:

• £60,000 – £70,000 per annum


• London-based position


• Exposure to major, high-profile construction projects


• Strong client-facing and commercial responsibility


• Excellent professional development and progression opportunities


• Opportunity to join a leading independent consultancy=