Commercial Manager - Residential Developer
Options Resourcing is working with a long-established, highly respected national housebuilder to recruit a Commercial Manager to take the lead on major residential developments in their Northwest Region
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company known for building quality homes, consistently delivering on performance, and putting customer satisfaction at the heart of what they do.
The Role
With a strong pipeline of projects and continued growth in the region, our client is looking for someone who can hit the ground running. As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the full commercial function including overseeing budgets, cost control, procurement, and commercial risk while keeping everything running smoothly from pre-construction through to final account.
You will be a key part of the delivery team, working closely with the operational side to ensure financial performance stays on track and relationships with supply chain partners, consultants, and clients remain strong.
Duties and Responsibilities
Taking the lead on commercial strategy and delivery across your projects
Managing cost planning, tendering, and procurement processes
Tracking and controlling budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting and cost reporting
Negotiating with subcontractors and suppliers, managing contracts from award to final account
Identifying risks early and putting the right controls in place to protect project margins
Working closely with site teams and project leads to drive programme performance
Preparing and reviewing tender documents and commercial submissions
Maintaining positive working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external partners
Requirements
A degree/HND in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, or equivalent hands-on experience
A solid background in residential construction, ideally housebuilding
Experience as a Commercial Manager, or a Senior QS ready to take the step up
Good working knowledge of JCT contracts
Strong commercial awareness and reporting skills
A clear communicator with the confidence to lead, influence and negotiate
Organised, self-driven, and able to work independently while keeping a team-focused mindset
Full UK driving licence
What's on Offer
Competitive salary with performance-based bonus
Company car or allowance
25+ days holiday and rising with service
Hybrid/flexible working options
Strong benefits package including health and wellbeing support
Clear routes for progression within a growing business
If this sounds like the right step for you, send over your CV and a brief covering note outlining your experience.
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