Commercial Manager

React Recruitment Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction services provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee pricing and tender submissions, mainly for new residential builds in high-rise apartments. The successful candidate will have a solid background in commercial management within M&E services, managing multiple projects with a focus on budget control and client relationships. Benefits include 21 days of leave and a contributory pension scheme. This role requires strong negotiation skills and the ability to work closely with various departments.

Benefits

21 days leave + bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management within M&E services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and procurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Head the commercial department, overseeing all pricing and tender submissions.
• Control budgets for materials and labor.
• Perform contract reviews to identify variations.

Skills

Commercial management

Client relationship development

Budget management

Tender submissions

Cost reporting

Job description

Overview

Our established M&E services installer is seeking a Commercial Manager.

The role will suit a Commercial Manager who has proven experience/success in the running and completing of multiple projects, developing and maintaining relationships with Clients.

Our client will also consider applications from Senior Estimator/QS candidates looking for promotion.

Salary: depending on relevant industry experience – disclosed at registration

Location: Rochester – no hybrid working

Sites: London, mainly based within M25

Hours: 7.30am to 4.30pm or 8am to 5pm

1 hour lunch break

Benefits: 21 days leave + BH

contributory pension scheme, free parking

This role will be Head of Commercial (electrical) for the company working closely with the MD and Mechanical Commercial Manager - with 1 direct report - a trainee/apprentice QS. The work is new build residential, mainly apartments (high-rise). Project values currently range from £100k to £4m.

• Responsible for pricing enquiries/submitting tenders
• Attending post-tender, pre-contact meetings and new work negotiations
• Establishing & controlling budgets for labour & materials
• Contract and scope reviews in order to highlight variations and subsequent pricing of the same
• S/C procurement, negotiations & sub-contracts
• Cost reporting and monthly CVRs – outlining performance, drilling-down on specific items/areas of concern etc. – presentation to Group Directors
• Working closely with other departments within the group of businesses
• Commercial experience with an M, E or M&E company is essential