Commercial Manager in East London
Posted by Cityscape Recruitment
£90,000 – £105,000 a year
East London · Permanent
Our client is an established construction contractor delivering a diverse range of projects across the commercial, residential, education, healthcare, leisure and public sectors.
With a strong track record of delivering projects from pre-construction through to completion, the business has built a reputation for quality, professionalism and maintaining long-standing client relationships.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project portfolio, they are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to lead thecommercial function and support the ongoing success of the business.
The Role
This is a senior commercial opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to take ownership of commercial operations across a varied project portfolio.
You will be responsible for overseeing commercial performance, managing the commercial team and ensuring effective financial control across projects, while working closely with operational teams and senior management.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the commercial function across multiple construction projects.
- Oversee the commercial performance and financial position of the project portfolio.
- Manage and support Quantity Surveyors and wider commercial teams.
- Ensure effective cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Oversee procurement strategies and subcontractor negotiations.
- Manage valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
- Monitor project budgets, margins, cash flow and commercial risks.
- Review and negotiate contracts, subcontract agreements and commercial terms.
- Work closely with operational teams to identify and manage commercial opportunities.
- Provide accurate commercial reporting and forecasts to senior management.
- Identify areas for improving commercial processes and overall profitability.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
- Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Management position.
- Strong background within the construction industry, ideally with a main contractor or principal contractor.
- Experience overseeing multiple projects and managing a commercial team.
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts, procurement and subcontract management.
- Excellent understanding of cost control, forecasting and financial reporting.
- Commercially astute with the ability to identify risks and maximise profitability.
- Strong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a relevant commercial discipline would be advantageous.
- Salary up to £105,000, depending on experience.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Senior position within an established and growing construction business.
- Opportunity to influence commercial strategy and business performance.
- Long-term career development opportunities.
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