Leading UK construction and engineering specialist is looking to appoint a Senior Commercial Manager to lead, support and develop a commercial team delivering a complex, high‑profile project in Birmingham.
This role suits a commercially astute leader who combines strong technical capability with a people‑first management style and enjoys working closely with operational teams.
The Opportunity
You’ll provide steady commercial leadership across live projects and tenders, creating an environment where your team performs at its best and projects are delivered with clarity, confidence and control.
This is a highly visible role with real influence across project delivery, margins and team development.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and support a commercial team in a positive, collaborative and high‑performing environment
* Provide trusted commercial leadership across live projects and pre‑construction
* Oversee CVRs, forecasts, valuations and monthly reporting, ensuring accuracy and clarity
* Lead claims, variations, final accounts and commercial negotiations
* Support audits, subcontract management and dispute resolution
* Work closely with operational leaders to ensure joined‑up project delivery
* Contribute commercial expertise during tendering to shape strong, competitive bids
* Improve commercial processes, controls and ways of working
* Support recruitment, onboarding and succession planning within the team
About You
* Proven experience in Senior Commercial Management within infrastructure or a specialist contractor
* Relevant qualification (HND / Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience)
* Strong leadership style with a genuine focus on developing people
* Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level
* Excellent numerical, analytical and reporting skills
* Deep understanding of construction processes, contracts and commercial best practice
* Comfortable managing pressure, risk and complex commercial discussions
* Proficient with MS Office and commercial reporting tools
Why Consider This Role?
* Work on major, technically challenging UK projects
* Join a stable, employee‑owned business with long‑term vision
* Genuine opportunity to shape commercial standards and team culture
* Supportive, values‑led environment built around Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence
If you’re a Senior Commercial Manager looking for a role with influence, stability and strong project exposure, this is a compelling opportunity.
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