Commercial Manager / Contracts Manager – M&E Building Services Location: Liverpool (North West Projects) Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE Package Start Date: Immediate / Within a Month About the Company Our client is an established and growing M&E Building Services Contractor delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical installations across the North West. With a strong pipeline of commercial and public sector projects — including plant rooms, fire stations, hospitals, and mains works — they are looking for an experienced Commercial or Contracts Manager to join their senior team. This is a senior, hands-on position with real potential for progression to a senior leadership role as the business continues to expand. The Role We’re seeking a proactive and ambitious Commercial / Contracts Manager to take ownership of commercial delivery, client liaison, and contract management across multiple M&E projects. You’ll act as the key bridge between office, site, and client, ensuring projects run smoothly, profitably, and to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities * Manage and oversee all commercial aspects of M&E projects from tender through to completion. * Liaise closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to maintain strong working relationships and clear communication. * Lead contract administration, variations, and valuations to ensure projects remain commercially viable. * Proactively convert leads into work and identify new opportunities for business growth. * Support project delivery teams, ensuring alignment between operational and financial objectives. * Prepare and review budgets, forecasts, and cost reports. * Negotiate and manage supplier and subcontractor contracts. * Provide strategic input into business development and tendering processes. About You * Experienced in M&E Building Services, ideally within commercial or public sector environments. * Proven background in a Commercial Manager or Contracts Manager role. * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with clients and project teams. * Strong commercial acumen and understanding of contract law and NEC/JCT forms. * Ambitious, proactive, and keen to grow with a company offering genuine career progression opportunities. * Capable of taking initiative and making things happen — a self-starter who turns leads into work. The Offer * Salary up to £70,000 DOE * Company car or car allowance * Pension and benefits package * Real scope for career advancement into a senior leadership role * Supportive and ambitious working environment