Commercial Manager - Commercial Fit Out in Southwark

Commercial Manager – Luxury Commercial Fit Out

Location: London
Sector: Luxury Commercial Fit Out / Workplace Interiors
Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Opportunity

Our client, a specialist commercial fit out contractor delivering high-end workplace environments, is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team in London.

Working across a portfolio of prestigious commercial fit out and workplace projects, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional to take responsibility for project financial performance, procurement, contract administration and commercial strategy within a quality-driven business.

The Role

As Commercial Manager, you will oversee the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account, working closely with operational teams to maximise profitability, manage risk and ensure effective cost control.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the commercial performance of luxury commercial fit out projects across London.

• Overseeing project budgets, cost reporting, forecasting, valuations and cash flow.

• Leading procurement activities, including subcontractor tendering, negotiations and appointments.

• Managing subcontractor accounts, variations, contractual notices and final accounts.

• Identifying commercial risks and implementing strategies to protect project margins.

• Reviewing contract terms and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

• Working collaboratively with Project Managers, site teams, clients and supply chain partners.

• Providing accurate commercial reporting and financial updates to senior management.

• Supporting and developing junior commercial team members where required.

About You

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within commercial fit out, workplace interiors or a similar construction environment.

• Strong experience managing project costs, procurement, subcontractor accounts and final accounts.

• A thorough understanding of construction contracts and commercial risk management.

• Excellent negotiation, analytical and financial reporting skills.

• The ability to work collaboratively with operational teams and manage multiple priorities.

• A degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is desirable, with RICS membership advantageous.

The Opportunity

Join a specialist contractor delivering luxury, design-led workplaces across London, working on high-quality projects where attention to detail, commercial performance and client satisfaction are paramount.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of commercial delivery within a growing business, with the scope to influence project performance and contribute to the success of a prestigious portfolio.

If you are an experienced commercial professional looking for your next opportunity within the luxury commercial fit out sector, we would welcome your application.