Commercial Manager – Infrastructure & Residential Projects
Location: Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Salary: £100,000 + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of major infrastructure, highways, and residential development packages within a large-scale regeneration scheme. This role offers the chance to manage high-value contracts across thousands of new homes, employment space, and key community infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
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Set, monitor, and report on project budgets, forecasts, and cost plans.
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Lead procurement strategies and manage subcontract tendering, appointments, and payments.
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Oversee NEC/JCT contract administration, variations, and final accounts.
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Liaise with design and technical teams to ensure proposals align with approved budgets.
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Support value engineering and sustainability objectives.
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Attend design, progress, and commercial meetings as required.
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Manage and mentor the commercial team, ensuring compliance with company policies and governance.
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Maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and the supply chain.
Project Scope
The development includes:
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4,000–4,600 new homes and 3.75m sq. ft. of employment space
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Major infrastructure including new highways, bridges, floodplain links, and utilities upgrades
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Community facilities such as new schools, public open spaces, and a community hub
About You
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Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior QS on large infrastructure or mixed-use developments.
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Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (NEC / JCT).
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Skilled in procurement, cost reporting, and stakeholder management.
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Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (MRICS/CIOB desirable).
What’s on Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Pension and healthcare
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Professional development opportunities
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The chance to lead on a landmark, multi-phase development