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Commercial Manager
Job Posted: 15 hours ago
Salary: £ 72,000 - 72,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: WF1, Wakefield, West Yorkshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Commercial Manager
Location: West Yorkshire
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Package: Circa £72,000 DOE + £7,500 car allowance
JS Recruitment are proud to be supporting a well-established construction business with a strong national footprint in the recruitment of a Commercial Manager. This is a senior leadership position suited to a seasoned professional with a successful track record in main contracting—particularly in complex refurbishment, live environment projects and multi-disciplinary construction services.
The organisation delivers full-service construction solutions across a variety of sectors and environments. Candidates with experience managing commercial responsibilities on fit-outs, internal / external specialist projects, mechanical and electrical works or full CDM-principal contractor roles are especially encouraged to apply.
Working alongside the Construction Director, the Commercial Manager will oversee a small commercial team and take ownership of the financial and contractual performance of projects from inception to completion.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial Leadership
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Manage the commercial lifecycle of multiple projects across live, new build, and refurbished sites
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Monitor budgets, ensure margin performance, and deliver accurate cost and risk reports
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Lead tender adjudications, valuations, and financial reviews
Contract & Risk Management
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Oversee JCT/NEC contracts and ensure full CDM and legal compliance
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Identify and mitigate commercial risks at all phases of project delivery
Client & Supply Chain Engagement
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Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and clients
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Handle contractual queries, valuations, and variations efficiently
Business Development & Strategy
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Support bid submissions, cost planning, and pricing strategy
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Contribute to continuous improvement across commercial processes and systems
Team Leadership
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Mentor and manage commercial team members, including quantity surveyors and estimators
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Promote collaboration, accountability, and high standards of delivery
Skills & Experience:
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Degree qualified or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field
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15+ years’ experience in the construction industry, ideally with strong exposure to main contractor environments
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Background in managing commercial delivery across sectors such as fit-out, M&E, internal / external specialist projects or live refurbishment
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In-depth knowledge of contract law, cost control, and construction financials
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Strong leadership, negotiation, and client management skills
Why Apply?
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Take on a high-impact role with a respected contractor delivering diverse, UK-wide projects
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Be part of a business that combines strategic vision with hands-on delivery
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Lead a capable commercial team in a company that values quality, innovation, and integrity
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Competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits
Ready to take charge of commercial performance in a fast-moving construction environment?
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