Pre-Construction Commercial Manager

Elevation Recruitment Group are currently working with Severfield, the largest specialist structural steelwork Group in the UK, with the exciting appointment of a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager. 

This is an excellent opportunity and key hire for the group’s Nuclear and Infrastructure division, working for a business which prides itself on quality and innovation, with unrivalled expertise in critical infrastructure, major projects and emerging markets. 

As Pre-Construction Commercial Manager you will take full responsibility for the delivery of pre-construction commercials on high value and critical projects, building key relationships with a range of high-profile clients which service the defence, nuclear, and energy sectors. 

The Pre-Construction Commercial Manager will be responsible for: 

• Reviewing and negotiating construction contracts at pre-construction stage
• Identifying and addressing commercial risks in contracts
• Ensuring warranties and bonds are in place to maintain cashflow
• Negotiating terms to maximise income and to ensure favourable contract positions
• Working and liaising with experienced estimation and sales teams
• Developing key relations with a range of clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Working closely with internal departments, providing practical legal support, to ensure successful, profitable work is won.

The Pre-Construction Commercial Manager will need: 

• Previous substantial commercial management experience with a QS or estimation background.
• Excellent people skills with the ability to influence and persuade
• Strong experience of NEC contracts
• Good communication and customer facing skills
• A good understanding of the construction industry
• Experience of winning and managing pre-construction projects      

Severfield prides itself in the delivery of quality products and services, knowing their people have forged a world-class reputation. Their passion, skill, and desire to excel is what sets them apart, so, as you might expect, they like to look after their people. 

If this role is of interest, please apply today or contact Tim Rudkin for a confidential chat.