Senior Commercial Manager – Demolition & Enabling Works
Location: Central London
Salary: £100,000 – £130,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the opportunity

Are you an experienced Senior Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in demolition and enabling works?

An established London contractor is looking to recruit a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial management of complex demolition and enabling works projects across the capital.

This is a hands-on leadership role offering responsibility for commercial strategy, financial performance, contractual management and the development of a small commercial team.

Working closely with the operational team, clients and subcontractors, as a Senior Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of projects from tender through to final account, ensuring commercial risks are managed, contractual obligations are met and profitability is maximised.

Offering a salary of £100,000 – £130,000, with flexibility for the right candidate, this is an excellent opportunity to join a respected contractor with a strong project pipeline and an established reputation across London''s construction sector.

About the company

Our client is a highly regarded, privately owned demolition and enabling works contractor with an annual turnover exceeding £65M.

Operating across London, the business delivers technically challenging construction packages valued between £2M and £10M, working with clients who value quality, technical expertise and reliable project delivery.
Their core services include:

• Demolition and structural dismantling
• Enabling works and site preparation
• Complex temporary works
• Façade retention
• Structural alterations and cut-and-carve works
• Substructure construction

With a strong reputation for technical excellence and repeat business, the company offers the opportunity to join an established contractor with a close-knit management team and a significant presence in the London market.

About the responsibilities

As Senior Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading the commercial management of demolition and enabling works projects from tender through to final account.
• Managing project costs, budgets, valuations, variations and cash flow.
• Monitoring financial performance, preparing cost reports and managing commercial forecasts.
• Negotiating subcontractor packages, appointments and final accounts.
• Managing contractual obligations, commercial risks and change control.
• Maximising project profitability while protecting the company''s commercial interests.
• Working closely with project managers and operational teams to support successful project delivery.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and suppliers.
• Leading, mentoring and supporting a small commercial team.
• Identifying commercial opportunities, resolving contractual issues and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

About the requirements

To be considered for this Senior Commercial Manager position, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UK demolition or enabling works sector.
• Strong knowledge of construction contracts, commercial management and contractual procedures.
• Experience managing project budgets, valuations, variations, subcontractor negotiations and final accounts.
• A strong understanding of cost control, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting.
• The ability to manage multiple projects, identify commercial risks and maximise profitability.
• Previous experience leading, mentoring or supporting a commercial team.
• A hands-on approach, with the ability to balance commercial leadership with day-to-day project involvement.
• Strong negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Essential: Previous UK demolition and/or enabling works experience, with a proven track record of commercial management within the sector.

About the salary & benefits

• Salary: £100,000 – £130,000 per annum, depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.
• Travel Expenses: Covered.
• Healthcare: Private healthcare provision.
• Pension: Company pension scheme.
• Equipment: Company laptop and mobile phone.
• Bonus: Discretionary bonus scheme.
• Employment: Permanent position with an established, privately owned contractor.
• Career Opportunity: Senior commercial leadership role with responsibility for complex London demolition and enabling works projects.

How to apply

If you are an experienced Senior Commercial Manager, Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor with a background in demolition and enabling works, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV for consideration or contact our office to discuss the opportunity in confidence.

All applications will be treated confidentially.