Senior Commercial Manager

Salary & Package

Up to £105,000 per annum + comprehensive benefits package (car/car allowance, bonus, pension, private healthcare, etc.)

We are seeking an experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on a major £180m MOD project for a Tier 1 main contractor. This is a high‑profile public sector scheme requiring strong governance, stakeholder management, and robust commercial control.

The successful candidate will come from a Quantity Surveying background
, with proven experience delivering large-scale public sector or defence projects. You will be responsible for protecting commercial interests, driving value, managing risk, and leading a high‑performing commercial team while maintaining excellent client relationships.

• Overall commercial leadership of a £180m MOD project from pre‑construction through delivery and close‑out
• Full responsibility for cost control, forecasting, reporting, and cash flow management
• Management of contracts, including NEC forms (or similar public sector frameworks)
• Leading and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff
• Overseeing procurement strategy, subcontractor negotiation, and package management
• Managing change control, variations, claims, and final accounts
• Ensuring compliance with MOD and wider public sector commercial and governance requirements
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risk while maximising project value
• Acting as a senior commercial interface with the client, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Supporting project and operational teams with commercial advice and strategic input
• Contributing to business improvement, best practice, and commercial strategy

• Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related commercial discipline
• Strong background as a Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial Manager
• Public sector experience essential; MOD or defence sector experience highly desirable
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and public sector procurement routes
• Demonstrated team management and leadership capability
• Excellent client‑facing and stakeholder management skills
• Commercially astute with strong negotiation and problem‑solving abilities
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
• Eligible to work on MOD projects (security clearance or ability to obtain clearance)

• Salary up to £105,000 + attractive benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a flagship MOD project with a leading Tier 1 contractor
• Long‑term career progression within a stable and well‑established organisation
• High level of autonomy and influence at project and business level

This role is ideal for a senior commercial professional who thrives in a structured public sector environment, enjoys leading teams, and is confident operating at client and board‑facing level on complex, high‑value projects.