M&E Commerical Manager

Commercial Manager / Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead

Ickenham, UB10 (Head Office Based)
Growing SME Mechanical Engineering / Building Services Contractor
£65,000 – £80,000+ (Flexible DOE) + Benefits

The Opportunity

We're working with a growing Mechanical Engineering contractor to recruit an experienced Commercial Manager to join their leadership team.

This opportunity would suit an established Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step into a broader commercial leadership position.

As Commercial Manager, you'll oversee the commercial performance of multiple live projects, lead a small commercial team and play a key role in developing commercial processes as the business continues to grow.

The Role

As Commercial Manager / Commercial Lead / Head of Commercial (SME level), with 1 direct report, you will take responsibility for the commercial performance of multiple live projects while driving improvements across systems, reporting, and overall commercial strategy.

This role offers a balance of strategic oversight and hands-on involvement, making it ideal for a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Managing QS / Commercial Manager looking to step up or broaden their impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial performance across multiple live projects
• Full P&L responsibility across projects and business unit
• Review, negotiate, and manage commercial contracts
• Develop cost plans, budgets, and financial forecasts
• Lead project performance reviews, focusing on profitability and risk
• Improve and implement commercial processes, systems, and controls
• Establish consistent financial reporting across all projects
• Support and enhance commercial awareness across operational teams
• Manage, mentor, and develop junior Quantity Surveyors / Assistant QSs
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the commercial function

About You

• Proactive, driven, and commercially astute
• Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on
• Experienced within mechanical, M&E, building services, or construction sectors
• Confident managing multiple projects and stakeholders
• Strong in financial control, reporting, and commercial decision-making
• Experienced as a Commercial Manager / Senior QS / Managing QS / Commercial Lead

Desirable Experience

• Experience with commercial/project systems (e.g. Archdesk)
• Familiarity with accounting/project software (e.g. Sage 50 Projects)
• Experience improving or implementing commercial systems and reporting structures

Salary & Package

• £65,000 – £80000+ (depending on experience)
• Additional benefits discussed at interview

Why Apply

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager / Senior Commercial Manager / Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Lead / Head of Commercial (SME level) to join a growing business where you can make a genuine impact.

You will play a key role in shaping the commercial function, influencing profitability, and supporting long-term growth, with a clear route toward a future senior leadership position.

Apply Now

To find out more or apply in confidence, please submit your CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.