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Commercial Manager

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Bristol, City of Bristol BS6 5EX

Contract type

Full Time

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  • Your new company is a leading engineering and construction firm in Bristol, specializing in Groundworks, Civil Engineering, Highways, Landscaping, and Utilities.
  • They are seeking a Commercial Manager with a proven track record in commercial management within the civil engineering or construction sector, ideally with 5+ years of experience.
  • The role involves overseeing all commercial and financial aspects of projects, managing contracts, cost control, and procurement, while ensuring profitability and compliance.
  • The base salary for this position is up to £95,000, along with a vehicle allowance and 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Candidates should possess relevant qualifications such as RICS or CIOB, along with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Your new companyYour new company is a leading engineering and construction firm specialising in the delivery of schemes including Groundworks, Civil Engineering, Highways, Landscaping and Utilities. The company is looking for a Commercial Manager to join the team in Bristol. This position will suit a candidate in a Commercial Manager role with a Civil Sub-Contractor, or a Senior / Managing QS looking to take the next step in their career. Your new roleThe ideal candidate will oversee all commercial and financial aspects of the company's projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and client satisfaction. Responsibilities include:

  • Manage all commercial activities, including contracts, cost control, and procurement.
  • Oversee budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters.
  • Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and client contracts.
  • Identify and mitigate commercial risks while maximising opportunities.
  • Lead and mentor a team of quantity surveyors and other commercial staff.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and suppliers

What you'll need to succeed

  • A proven track record in commercial management within the civil engineering or construction sector.
  • Strong knowledge of standard forms of contracts, including NEC, ICE and JCT.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
  • A commercial mindset with exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Relevant qualifications such as RICS, CIOB, or a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
  • Leadership qualities and a collaborative approach to teamwork.

What you'll get in return

  • Flexible working options available.
  • Base salary up to £95,000
  • Vehicle allowance / Commercial Vehicle.
  • 26 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays.

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.