Commercial Manager
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £60000 - £75000 + full benefits package
Your new company
A leading UK construction materials and infrastructure services provider, delivering high-quality road surfacing and sustainable solutions across the country. With a strong regional presence and long-standing industry reputation, the business supports major infrastructure and highways projects while maintaining a focus on innovation, safety, and environmental responsibility.
Your new role
Our client is seeking a dynamic and commercially driven Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function of their road surfacing division based in Liverpool. This is a key strategic role overseeing the financial and contractual management of projects across the North West, ensuring profitability, compliance, and effective commercial governance.
Responsibilities will include:
Leading the commercial team in delivering robust commercial control on all surfacing projects.
Overseeing contract negotiation, procurement, tendering, and risk management processes.
Managing client relationships and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
Producing and reviewing CVRs, forecasts, and financial reports to senior leadership.
Driving value engineering and cost-saving initiatives across the division.
Ensuring compliance with internal procedures and external regulatory frameworks.
Mentoring and developing junior commercial staff to support succession planning.
Supporting strategic decision-making at a regional level to improve project delivery and margin.
What you will need to succeed:
Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering, highways, or surfacing.
Strong understanding of NEC and other industry-standard contracts.
Demonstrable leadership and commercial acumen within a fast-paced construction environment.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong IT literacy and financial reporting skills.
Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
Full UK driving licence.
What you get in return:
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a national leader offering job security, career advancement, and involvement in landmark regional infrastructure projects. You will receive a competitive salary and a full benefits package including:
£60000 - £75000 plus company car or generous car allowance
Annual bonus scheme
Pension contributions
25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
Tailored development and training programmes
A collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking working environment
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.
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