Commerical Manager

Commercial Manager - Groundworks

New Region Launch (Dorset Office)

£80,000 - £100,000 + Company Car, Fuel Card, Bonus, Hybrid working

My client are a leading groundworks and civil-engineering contractor operating across the South of England. They deliver high-quality infrastructure, drainage, foundations, substructures and external works for major housing developments, highways, drainage schemes and civil-engineering projects.

They are now expanding into Dorset and launching a brand-new office and region for the business. As part of that growth, they are looking for a strong, forward-thinking Commercial Manager to lead, establish, and grow our operations in the region.

As Commercial Manager you will:

• Set up and manage the new Dorset office and regional operations.
• Lead the commercial function: manage contracts, procurement, budgeting, valuations and cost control across multiple groundworks and civil-engineering projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors and supply‑chain partners in the region.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and financial reporting.
• Work closely with project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to high quality and safety standards.
• Support business development and regional growth strategy.

• Proven experience as a senior QS looking for a step up or a commercial manager within groundworks, civil engineering or civil infrastructure, however are open to a build background.
• Strong commercial acumen: contract management, cost control, procurement, budgets, valuations.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to set up and run a regional operation.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Confident decision‑maker, able to operate autonomously.
• Familiarity with UK construction sector standards, compliance and commercial regulations.

• Competitive salary: £80,000 - £100,000, depending on experience.
• Company Vechicle + Fuel Card
• Bonus
• Hybrid Working
• A unique opportunity to lead and build a new regional business from the ground up.
• Long‑term growth potential be a central part of the expansion of a successful, growing company.
• The chance to work across diverse groundworks and civil-engineering projects.
• Supportive, experienced senior team and established company infrastructure