Commercial Manager

Job Reference: BM-COM-003

SUMMARY
Commercial Managers are in short supply across London contractors. You will oversee the financial and contractual performance of a portfolio of projects, lead a team of surveyors and protect the company’s margin. This is a senior appointment with a visible route to the board.

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee commercial management across multiple projects
• Set and monitor project budgets, forecasts and margins
• Lead tender reviews and commercial risk assessments
• Manage contract negotiations with clients and supply chain
• Oversee procurement strategy and subcontract awards
• Lead on claims, disputes and settlement of final accounts
• Prepare commercial reports for the board or directors
• Manage, develop and appraise the commercial team

IDEAL CANDIDATE
• Substantial senior commercial experience in London construction
• Proven record of delivering projects at or above target margin
• Experience leading and developing teams of surveyors
• Strategic mindset with sound commercial judgement
• Confident presenting to directors and clients
• Experience across pre-construction and delivery phases
• Track record on projects of £25m+ or a diverse portfolio
• Full right to work in the UK

QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or similar
• MRICS or equivalent chartered status
• Valid CSCS card
• SMSTS (desirable)
• Strong understanding of dispute resolution and adjudication
• Working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015
• Management or leadership qualification (desirable)
• Full UK driving licence

KEY SKILLS & TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE
• Expert knowledge of JCT, NEC and bespoke contracts
• Margin management and financial forecasting
• Tender strategy and risk pricing
• Claims, disputes and settlement negotiation
• Procurement and supply chain strategy
• Team leadership and performance management
• Board-level commercial reporting
• Commercial systems such as Procore, Causeway or Oracle

BENEFITS & PACKAGE
• Competitive base salary
• Annual bonus linked to company performance
• Car allowance
• 25+ days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Private healthcare and life assurance
• Funded professional memberships
• Progression pathway to Commercial Director

CAREER PROGRESSION
Direct pathway to Commercial Director or Operations Director for those who deliver.

WHY APPLY
Demand for experienced Commercial Managers is outpacing supply, and our clients know it. Several are creating new positions ahead of upcoming projects, which means real influence over structure, strategy and how the commercial team is built.

HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please email your CV to jobs@blackmountrecruitment.com, quoting job reference BM-COM-003 and the job title in the subject line. All applications are treated in confidence, and your details will not be shared with a client without your permission.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Blackmount Recruitment is an equal opportunities recruiter. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or any other protected characteristic. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.