Interim Commercial Manager

Our client is looking for an Interim Commercial Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership across our commercial, procurement, and contract management activities. This is a key interim appointment to strengthen commercial governance, drive performance across major maintenance and capital programmes, and ensure robust financial and contractual control during a period of transformation and service improvement.

Client Details

A social housing provider in Cornwall, managing and maintaining homes on behalf of Cornwall Council and delivering high quality housing services to communities across the county. We are committed to providing safe, sustainable, and affordable homes while driving value for money and commercial excellence.

Description

Provide commercial oversight across planned and responsive works to ensure value for money.
Manage and control budgets, forecasts, and spend against the HRA business plan.
Lead on contract management, including variations, claims, and performance monitoring.
Lead and chair all core group and commercial review meetings across Property Services.
Horizon scan for commercial risks, cost pressures, and emerging opportunities, taking early action where required.
Support procurement strategies for works and services in line with regulations.
Act as the main commercial point of contact for contractors and internal teams.
Identify and manage commercial and financial risks across programmes.
Provide clear commercial advice to project, surveying, and operational teams.
Ensure compliance with financial regulations, contract procedures, and governance.
Support performance reporting on cost, value, and contractor delivery.
Drive continuous improvement in commercial and contract management practices.

Profile

Proven track record within social housing, local government, or property services
Experience working at Senior QS level and above
Strong understanding of NEC/JCT contracts and public sector procurement
Experience managing large scale maintenance or capital works programmes
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels
Professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or equivalent (RICS/CIOB desirable)
Job Offer

£500-£600 day rate
Remote working