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Commercial Manager

Job Posted: 5 days ago

Salary: £ 130,000 - 150,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: London

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Commercial Manager/Lead – Specialist Civils Division

£130,000 - £150,000 + package

London (Zone 2) | £30m Business Unit | No.1 Commercial Role

Are you an experienced Commercial Manager ready to take full ownership of a growing business unit and play a key role in its future success?

This is a rare opportunity to join a leading £200m construction group as the No.1 Commercial lead for a specialist civil engineering division generating £30m in annual turnover.

With a strong pipeline of secured work, an established reputation in the market, and ambitious plans for growth, the business is seeking a commercially astute leader who can drive performance, influence strategy, and help shape the division's next phase of expansion.

This isn't simply another Commercial Manager position. It's an opportunity to become a key member of the senior leadership team and directly influence the future direction of a growing and profitable business.

The opportunity

Reporting directly to the Divisional Managing Director, you will lead all commercial operations across a portfolio of specialist civil engineering projects, ensuring strong financial performance while supporting the division's long-term growth strategy.

You will have genuine autonomy, strategic input, and the opportunity to build and develop a high-performing commercial team.

Key responsibilities

  * Lead all commercial activities across the division's project portfolio

  * Drive profitability through effective cost management, forecasting and commercial controls

  * Oversee procurement, subcontract management, contract administration and risk management

  * Work closely with operational teams to maximise project performance and margin

  * Lead, mentor and develop the commercial team

  * Support strategic planning and business growth alongside the Divisional Managing Director

  * Build strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and key stakeholders

  * Ensure robust commercial governance across all projects

About you

  * Proven experience as a Commercial Manager within civil engineering, infrastructure or specialist contracting

  * Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing and developing commercial teams

  * Excellent commercial acumen and ability to drive business performance

  * Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management best practice

  * Confident operating at senior management level and influencing key stakeholders

  * Ambitious, driven and motivated by the opportunity to make a significant impact

Why join?

  * No.1 Commercial position within a £30m specialist civils division

  * Direct influence over commercial strategy, performance and business growth

  * Work alongside an experienced and supportive senior leadership team

  * Backed by the stability and resources of a successful £200m contractor

  * Strong pipeline of secured projects and long-term career security

  * Significant opportunities for progression as the division continues to expand

If you're looking for a role where your commercial leadership can genuinely influence the direction and success of a growing business, this is an exceptional opportunity to accelerate your career and make a lasting impact

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