MEP Commercial Director
Building Services Contractor
West Yorkshire
Salary: £100,000+ plus package
Our client is an established and growing Building Services Contractor looking to appoint an ambitious MEP Commercial Director to play a key role in the next phase of its growth.
This is a senior commercial leadership role for a proven Building Services professional who can take ownership of the commercial function, manage a small team of QS’s and help drive performance across the business.
The Role
You will be responsible for leading the commercial operation across multiple MEP projects, ensuring strong financial control, sound contractual management and robust commercial performance. You will also take direct responsibility for the management, development and performance of a small team of Quantity Surveyors.
This role is ideally suited to someone already operating as a Commercial Manager, or a high-calibre Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to step up into a broader leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the commercial function across MEP projects
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Manage and mentor a small team of Quantity Surveyors
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Oversee contract negotiation, risk management and commercial strategy
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Manage cost control, valuations, variations, forecasts and final accounts
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Support operational teams to protect margin and improve project outcomes
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Drive commercial best practice and accountability across the team
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Contribute to wider business planning and long-term growth
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Build strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners and internal stakeholders
The Person
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Strong background within Building Services / MEP contracting
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Experience on large-scale projects is essential
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Ideally Tier 1 or major MEP contractor background
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Likely to be an existing Commercial Manager or an experienced Senior QS
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Proven track record of commercial delivery
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Previous experience managing or mentoring QS’s would be highly beneficial
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Strong contractual and financial awareness
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Ambitious and capable of operating as part of a senior leadership team
The Opportunity
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Basic salary in excess of £100,000
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Attractive overall package
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Clear opportunity to influence and help shape the commercial function
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Potential equity opportunity in the medium to long term