Job Description
Commercial Manager
Watford, Hertfordshire
£85,000 – £95,000
Permanent
Groundworks and Civils
About the Company
Our client is a specialist groundworks and civil engineering contractor supporting the modular building sector across the UK. With a strong reputation in a niche market, they operate as a dedicated subcontractor delivering groundworks packages for modular installations nationwide. The company has a close-knit team culture, excellent staff retention and a values-driven environment where long-term commitment and collaboration are fundamental.
About the Role
This is a key leadership position for an experienced and commercially minded Commercial Manager to take full responsibility for the commercial function of the business. Predominantly office-based, you will oversee the commercial performance of all live projects, manage monthly reporting, ensure strong cost control and safeguard contractual compliance.
You will be the commercial lead for the business, providing strategic input, reviewing financial performance and supporting project teams to ensure profitable delivery across multiple schemes. This is a highly autonomous role offering long-term stability and influence within a growing organisation.
Key Requirements
1. Leading the commercial function across all groundworks and civils projects.
2. Taking full ownership of monthly commercial and financial reporting.
3. Overseeing procurement, cost control, valuations and final accounts.
4. Ensuring robust contract administration and risk management.
5. Supporting project teams with commercial advice and strategic direction.
6. Managing subcontract negotiations and ensuring commercial compliance.
7. Acting as the senior commercial representative across the business.
Experience Required
8. Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role.
9. Strong background in groundworks, civils or similar construction disciplines.
10. Excellent financial understanding with the ability to manage commercial performance.
11. Strong contract knowledge and experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
12. Confident leading commercial processes, reporting cycles and commercial strategy.
Desirable Knowledge / Skills
13. Experience within modular or specialist subcontracting.
14. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence internal and external stakeholders.
15. A collaborative, humble and team-focused approach that fits a close-knit culture.
16. A proactive mindset with the ability to take ownership of commercial outcomes.
Package & Benefits
17. Salary between £85,000 – £95,000 depending on experience.
18. Long-term progression opportunities within a stable, growing business.
19. Supportive and collaborative working environment with excellent staff retention.
20. Opportunity to take full commercial ownership of the business function.
21. Additional benefits available and discussed at interview stage.
How to Apply
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