Senior Commercial Manager - Commercial (Fit Out)

Job Title : Senior Commercial Manager

Location : Bristol

Salary : £70,000 - £90,000 + benefits (dependant on experience)

About the company : My client is proud of their status as an ambitious professional construction company. Their core ethos revolves around building enduring relationships with their clients.

They are deeply committed to investing in and nurturing their greatest asset : the people. They firmly believe that by prioritizing the well-being and development of their team, they can consistently deliver exceptional results and continue to excel in the industry.

As a company, they work across various sectors such as retail, commercial, residential and logistics.

Role Overview : My client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Commercial Manager to join their team in Rotherham.

As a key member of their commercial leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in driving the business forward. The ideal candidate will possess a wealth of commercial construction knowledge and demonstrate exceptional leadership, networking, and negotiation skills.

Reporting to the Commercial Director, you will be responsible for managing a team of commercial managers and ensuring the successful delivery of projects while maintaining target margins and profits.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist the Commercial Director in developing and managing a team of commercial managers.
• Engage and contribute to projects at the pre-contract stage to ensure successful project setup and delivery.
• Balance workload between managing the commercial team and delivering projects hands-on.
• Ensure financial reporting on projects meets high standards and is available for monthly board reports.
• Work with the commercial director to identify opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Champion the company culture of teamwork and value for all team members and stakeholders.

Key Duties & Experience :

• Proven track record as a senior commercial manager with a regional or national contractor.
• Experience in managing all commercial aspects from pre-construction through to final accounts.
• Ability to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
• Experience across commercial, living, warehousing, and retail sectors.
• Proficiency in preparing management reports for the board.
• Strong contractual awareness, including JCT contract forms.
• Minimum 10 years' industry experience, with at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Excellent people, teamwork, and leadership skills.

Qualifications and Experience :

• Degree level qualification in cost management preferred.
• Member of an associated professional body such as the RICS.
• Minimum 10 years' experience in the industry, with at least 5 years in a similar role.
• Excellent references and evidence of experience required.

Joining my client’s team offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects, advance your career, and contribute to the company's growth.

If you are a motivated individual with a passion for construction and leadership, I encourage you to apply.