Job Description
I am recruiting for an established, highly respected, privately-owned construction business headquartered in Greater Manchester and delivering contracts across the UK. It is a real hybrid role - we are looking for someone with really strong contractual and commercial expertise (mainly JCT & NEC), but equally comfortable on site and working with the office-based Commercial Director. You're likely to be RICS, but you could equally be CIOB with a real contractual / commercial focus. The duties and responsibilities will be broad and varied, but will include:-
What You’ll Do:
* Be a key member of the Company's Board advising on all projects and related commercial matters
* Be the key lead Director co-ordinating estimating, production, commercial and client relationships
* Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with legal and commercial frameworks
* Oversee project delivery from tender to final account, ensuring operational and financial targets are agreed, understood and met
* Collaborate with Board Directors, Contracts Managers, Project Managers, and the Commercial and Estimating teams to drive performance
* Champion health & safety, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement
* Maintain existing and build strong client relationships with new, potential clients
* Work closely with the Managing Director to develop commercial and business strategy
What You’ll Bring:
* 10+ years in commercial contract or senior construction management
* A clear track record of delivery of profitable, successful projects and business growth
* Strong proven contract knowledge with a real commercial insight
* A professional, construction qualification (RICS, CIOB, ICE or equivalent)
* Strong commercial acumen & legal contract knowledge
* Proven leadership, negotiation & stakeholder management skills
* Operational understanding of project management and delivery across large, commercial construction projects
What is on Offer:
* A truly senior, 360, Board level role
* The opportunity to mold strategy and drive performance
* A truly competitive package
* The chance to work with a business with a superb reputation and an exciting future
For a confidential discussion, apply now