Overview
Commercial Manager
Department: Commercial
Reporting to: Director / Commercial Director
Position Overview
Responsible for overseeing all commercial aspects of post-contract project execution, including cost control, contract administration, payment applications, subcontractor certifications, variation management, and commercial reporting. Ensures financial integrity and contractual compliance across all projects.
Responsibilities
- Contract Administration: Manage contract obligations, variations, claims, and commercial correspondence.
- Cost Monitoring: Track project budgets, forecast expenditures, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Valuations: Prepare and certify interim and final payment applications for clients and subcontractors.
- Claims Management: Lead negotiation and resolution of claims, ensuring timely and commercially sound outcomes.
- Final Account Preparation: Reconcile and close out project accounts with clients and subcontractors.
- Reporting: Deliver accurate commercial reports, cost-to-complete forecasts, and financial dashboards.
- Collaboration: Interface with project teams, procurement, finance, and legal to ensure commercial alignment.
Selection Requirements
- Appointment at the discretion of Senior Management.
- Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or related MEP field.
- Minimum 5 years of commercial management experience in the construction sector.
Core Values
- Prioritize health and safety in all commercial operations.
- Uphold respect, integrity, and professionalism in all dealings.
- Communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
- Foster teamwork and build trust-based relationships.
- Honor commitments and deliver results with accountability.
- Demonstrate initiative, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Maintain high standards in documentation, reporting, and conduct.
- Engage in personal development and contribute to team growth.
KPIs & BSC
- Manage inspection-related commercial deliverables.
- Monitor monthly cost per inspection and cost recovery.
- Maintain accurate commercial documentation and records.
- Control and report on commercial variables and risk exposure.
- Align QA/QC, planning, and HSE requirements with commercial objectives.
- Exhibit leadership traits including integrity, courage, and strategic alignment.
- Demonstrate strong commercial acumen, MEP understanding, and delivery focus.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Commercial Oversight: Lead all commercial activities in accordance with company policy.
- Ensure timely submission of payment applications and compliance with contract terms.
- Maintain variation logs, cost reports, and commercial registers.
- Provide guidance on resolving commercial discrepancies and disputes.
- Implement commercial controls and assurance procedures.
- Human Resource Interface: Support commercial team performance, motivation, and discipline.
- Ensure compliance with labor cost controls and commercial HR policies.
- Participate in safety and performance reviews with site teams.
- Promote commercial awareness and training across project teams.