Commercial Manager

Description

• Log and maintain all change events in real time
• Lead preparation and agreement of final accounts
• Protect contractual entitlement through correct notices and claims
• Lead preparation, negotiation & agreement of variations
• Provide cost-impact assessments for design or programme changes
• Lead and mentor QSs, AQSs & commercial support staff
• Align commercial outputs with live programme updates
• Support negotiation strategies and commercial risk discussions
• Conduct regular performance reviews and support development plans
• Manage subcontractor valuations, variations, payment notices & procurement exposure
• Support EOT claims and commercial close-out
• Ensure team alignment with procedures, standards, and deadlines
• Maintain commercial data accuracy in ERP/CoreLink systems
• Work closely with PMs, Design, Production & Site teams
• Support procurement strategy and tender assessments
• Negotiate rates, validate scopes, and ensure commercial alignment
• Identify programme-driven cost impacts and escalate early
• Ensure contract compliance and issue required notices
• Represent the commercial function in client, PQS, subcontractor & supplier meetings
• Manage treasury inputs including cashflow, retention, aged debt & WIP
• Support dispute resolution and client/PQS commercial negotiations
• Monitor supplier performance, long-lead items and commercial exposure
• Maintain accurate live data in Business Central and CoreLink
• Deliver monthly valuations, CVRs, forecasts & exposure reports
• Produce monthly CVRs and cost/value reconciliations
• Support audits, governance cycles, and monthly/quarterly reporting

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial, contractual, and financial performance of façade, glazing, cladding, or remediation projects. This senior role oversees commercial governance from contract award through to final account, ensuring margin protection, cashflow accuracy, procurement alignment, and robust commercial reporting.

• 100% treasury/CER compliance
• Own commercial performance across assigned projects
• Proven experience delivering complex façade/envelope packages
• Excellent negotiation, communication & risk-management capability
• Understanding of procurement, fabrication, installation & design workflows
• High digital literacy (CoreLink, Business Central, ERP systems)
• 7–12 years’ experience in façades, glazing, cladding or specialist contracting
• ERP/CoreLink data accuracy
• Strong contractual & financial acumen
• CVR accuracy (±5%)

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance