Assistant Pre-Contracts Manager / Commercial Manager
📍 Location: Surrey
💷 Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
📈 Progression Potential: £80,000 – £100,000 within the next few years
Are you an ambitious commercial professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking an Assistant Pre-Contracts Manager / Commercial Manager to join a dynamic and growing design & build fit-out contractor based in Surrey. This is a rare opportunity to progress quickly into senior commercial leadership, with strong career development and significant earning potential for the right individual.
About the Role
You will play a key commercial leadership role supporting pre-contracts and contract delivery across a portfolio of high-value fit-out, refurbishment, and workplace transformation projects. You will work collaboratively with design, project, procurement and finance teams to manage commercial risk, support tendering and procurement activity, negotiate contracts and ensure robust cost planning and forecasting.
Key Responsibilities
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Support pre-contracts activities including tender analysis, procurement and commercial strategy
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Prepare commercial reports, cost plans and bid submissions
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Assist in contract negotiation and commercial risk management
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Work closely with project teams to ensure commercial compliance and delivery
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Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and internal stakeholders
What We’re Looking For
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Previous experience in a commercial / pre-contracts role within construction, fit-out or related sectors
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Strong understanding of procurement, tendering and cost control
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Excellent communication, negotiation and analytical skills
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A proactive, commercially-minded approach and a desire to grow into senior leadership
What’s on Offer
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Competitive base salary of £40,000 – £50,000
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Huge progression opportunities — high performers could be earning £80,000 – £100,000 within the next few years
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A supportive environment that encourages professional development and career growth
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Exposure to varied and challenging commercial projects across the UK
If you’re ready to accelerate your career and take on commercial responsibility in a growing business with real progression potential, we’d love to hear from you.
📩 Apply now with your CV