COMMERCIAL MANAGER

CIVIL ENGINEERING- |- CONFIDENTIAL OPPORTUNITY

LOCATION- Hertfordshire

PROJECT VALUE- -70m

SECTOR- Civil Engineering / Infrastructure

PACKAGE- Competitive salary + benefits

The Opportunity

I am currently working with a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to take responsibility for a major -70m civil engineering project in Hertfordshire.

My client has an excellent reputation for delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure schemes and continues to secure substantial projects. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a significant scheme, working closely with the operational team and senior management to ensure its successful commercial delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall commercial responsibility for the -70m civil engineering project.
• Lead and manage the commercial team, including Senior Quantity Surveyors and Quantity Surveyors.
• Oversee cost control, financial reporting, forecasting and commercial performance.
• Prepare and manage monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Manage subcontractor procurement, negotiations, appointments and accounts.
• Oversee contract administration, variations, compensation events and contractual notices.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities throughout the project.
• Work closely with the Project Director, operational teams and client representatives.
• Ensure contractual compliance, maximise profitability and manage valuations and final accounts.

Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager, or a Senior Quantity Surveyor ready to progress.
• Strong background with a civil engineering contractor on major infrastructure projects.
• Experience on large-scale civil engineering schemes, ideally -30m+.
• Excellent working knowledge of NEC contracts and strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Previous experience managing and developing commercial teams.
• Ability to engage effectively with operational teams and senior stakeholders.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline is advantageous.

The Company & Package

My client is an established civil engineering contractor with a strong order book and a reputation for delivering major infrastructure projects. They offer a supportive management structure and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression. A competitive salary and benefits package will be offered, dependent on experience.

For further information, please contact me directly for a confidential discussion. All enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.