Senior Commercial Manager – Major Construction (London)

Brandon James Ltd; 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

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.