Commercial Manager

Our Water contractor client is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support the successful delivery and financial performance of sewage, drainage and civil infrastructure projects across the UK based out of Horton on a permanent basis.

This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial operations from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, risks are effectively managed, and commercial controls are consistently applied across the business.

This role involves managing all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account, ensuring effective financial performance and risk management.

Responsibilities

Manage all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account
Oversee cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
Administer contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions
Prepare, review, and agree valuations, variations, and final accounts
Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance
Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
Work closely with operational teams to support project delivery and profitability
Build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration and execution
Manage Project Risks and Issues that may impact the project process, taking prompt actions to resolve them and maintain project momentum and critical path
Support bid and pre-construction activities as required
Skills/experience/qualifications

Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar area
Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
Strong knowledge of sewage, drainage, and civil infrastructure projects
Experience overseeing projects from pre-construction through to final account
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders
Demonstrate the ability to manage and develop commercial teams
Strong experience in cost control and financial reporting
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment Benefits

Salary circa £80-85k
Car allowance
Horton based with some hybrid working (site, office, home)
Generous holiday allowance
Company pension
Other associated benefits discussed upon application