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Head of Commercial – Power & Grid Division
Location: UK-based with regular travel across project sites and offices
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: Commercial Director – Projects
Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for commercial excellence? Do you thrive in a leadership role where collaboration, innovation, and impact are at the heart of everything you do? We're looking for a dynamic Head of Commercial to lead the commercial function within our Power & Grid Division. This is a high-profile role that offers the opportunity to shape the future of commercial operations across a fast-paced, forward-thinking business.
At Mitie, we believe in empowering our people to make a difference. You'll be part of a supportive leadership team, working across divisions to deliver best-in-class commercial outcomes. We value diverse perspectives and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
As Head of Commercial, you'll be responsible for driving commercial strategy, managing risk, and leading a talented team of commercial professionals. Your role will span:
Leadership & Collaboration
* Lead and develop a team of Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors
* Work closely with senior stakeholders across Power & Grid and other business units
* Represent the division in strategic forums and contribute to cross-functional initiatives
Commercial Strategy & Performance
* Oversee cost value reconciliation (CVR) reporting and financial forecasting
* Drive operational efficiencies and maximise profitability
* Ensure accurate reporting and compliance with company policies
Contract Management & Risk
* Lead contract negotiations with clients and subcontractors
* Manage procurement relationships and ensure value for money
* Identify and mitigate commercial risks across all projects
Client Engagement & Business Growth
* Build strong relationships with clients and industry partners
* Support business development and tendering activities
* Represent Mitie at industry events and forums
Team Development
* Coach and mentor your team, supporting career progression and professional development
* Promote a culture of excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement
What We're Looking For
We're seeking a confident, commercially astute leader with:
* A degree in Quantity Surveying, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
* Proven experience in senior commercial roles within electrical engineering, renewables, or MEP projects
* Strong knowledge of contract law and standard forms (NEC, JCT)
* Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
* A full UK driving licence
Desirable:
* Chartered status (e.g., RICS)
* Leadership qualifications or accreditations
* CSCS card (or equivalent)
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead commercial excellence in a growing division, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of Power & Grid at Mitie.
Our market-leading offering provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.
We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. So you can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. We offer financial wellbeing assistance through our Salary Finance scheme. For example, you could access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee. Salary Finance also offers competitive loans.
When you join us, we’ll give you a link to our flexible lifestyle benefits platform, Choices. You might choose to purchase up to five extra days’ holiday each year. You might buy critical illness insurance, seek dental treatment or buy technology products at an affordable cost. There are many choices!
We give you access to high street discounts from thousands of well-known retailers, gyms and more through our MiDeals platform. And we have a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover of up to four times your salary is available. We also offer enhanced pension contributions, a save-as-you-earn scheme, and a Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares in Mitie).
We award our employees with Mitie Stars as recognition for their hard work. There are cash prizes up for grabs each month and at the end of the year there’s a chance to scoop a top prize of £10,000!
Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is therefore a top priority for us. We offer a diverse variety of training and development avenues via a wide selection of learning resources to suit you.
Since 1987, Mitie’s 76,000 employees have been maintaining companies globally. We are the UK’s leading facilities management and professional services company, and our clients range from household names in banking, critical government sites as well as hospitals and schools.
Join our Mitie Team.
Together our diversity makes us stronger.