Civils Commercial Manager
Location: Gravesend, Kent
Salary: Up to £100,000
About the Role
Hill McGlynn is partnering with a well-established regional subcontractor specializing in civils and groundworks. We are seeking an experienced Civils Commercial Manager to take a hands-on leadership role within their team in Gravesend. This is a unique opportunity for a proactive professional who combines strong commercial management skills with estimating and surveying expertise to drive the success of high-profile projects across the region.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading commercial activities on civils and groundworks projects, ensuring profitability and risk management.
* Overseeing and contributing to estimating and tendering processes, supporting the business from the ground up.
* Managing subcontractor and supplier relationships, negotiations, and procurement.
* Conducting cost control, value engineering, and financial reporting to ensure projects stay within budget.
* Participating directly in surveying duties, including measurement and valuation, to maintain hands-on involvement.
* Collaborating closely with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to facilitate smooth project delivery.
* Mentoring junior surveyors and estimators, fostering a collaborative and efficient working environment.
* Ensuring compliance with health and safety standards and contractual obligations.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
* Significant experience as a Commercial Manager within civils or groundworks sectors, with a strong estimating background.
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead commercial teams effectively.
* Hands-on experience with estimating, surveying, and project cost control.
* Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
* A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
* A proactive, practical approach with a focus on delivering results.
Why Join This Company?
This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable subcontractor known for delivering quality civils projects across the region. Enjoy a competitive salary of up to £100,000, a dynamic working environment, and the chance to influence the growth of a thriving business with a diverse project portfolio.
Interested?
To apply, please submit your CV. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your civil engineering career