Senior Commercial Manager

CaSE International; Dublin; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to oversee commercial operations. The role involves driving commercial strategy, managing tenders, and leading a local team. Ideal candidates will be Chartered Quantity Surveyors with over 10 years of experience, a strong technical understanding of RIBA Stages, and the ambition to help shape the future of the consultancy. This position offers a competitive salary and is an opportunity to grow with an expanding organization.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunity

Global organization

Chance to lead a consultancy

Qualifications

• Must be a Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent).
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in relevant fields.
• Strong understanding of RIBA Stages 1–4 and pre‑construction planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning, estimating, and commercial support for infrastructure projects.
• Prepare and manage competitive tenders and commercial submissions.
• Support feasibility, early-stage estimating, and pre‑construction activities.
• Conduct take‑offs and develop cost breakdowns.
• Collaborate with project teams to maintain commercial control.
• Support the setup and development of a new office.
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a commercial team.

Skills

Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent)

10+ years’ experience

Strong technical understanding of RIBA Stages 1–4

Managing tenders

Driving cost efficiencies

Strategic mindset

Ability to mentor and manage a team

Job description

An Australian-headquartered engineering group with a strong delivery record across Australia, The UK and the Middle East is expanding its presence in the UK and Dublin. With a small but growing team already established in Scotland, we’re now hiring a Senior Commercial Manager to lead our UK commercial operations.

This is a rare opportunity to take on a leadership role and help shape the future of a commercial consultancy backed by the resources and stability of an international group.

About the Role

As the Commercial Lead, you’ll take full responsibility for driving commercial strategy, supporting client-side infrastructure delivery, and setting up efficient processes to support project success. You’ll also play a key role in building and mentoring a local commercial team as the business grows.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and leadership opportunity
• Full‑time role
• Global Organisation
• Chance to lead and shape a commercial consultancy within an expanding international group

About CaSE

CaSE is a specialist project management and engineering consultancy with a proven track record delivering complex infrastructure across Australia, the Middle East, and now the UK.

Our expertise spans transport, utilities, and major civil works, with services covering the full project lifecycle from early feasibility through to delivery and commissioning. Known for our collaborative approach and technical depth, we partner with clients to deliver solutions that are practical, commercially sound, and built for long‑term success.

This is a hands‑on role that combines technical strength in cost planning and tendering with strategic input at a business leadership level.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead cost planning, estimating and commercial support for client-side infrastructure projects
• Prepare and manage competitive tenders and commercial submissions
• Work across RIBA Stages 1–4, supporting feasibility, early‑stage estimating, and pre‑construction activities
• Conduct take‑offs, develop cost breakdowns, and provide reliable commercial advice
• Collaborate with project teams and contractors to maintain commercial control and ensure value for money
• Support the setup and development of a new office
• Recruit, mentor, and manage a growing commercial team

What We’re Looking For

• Chartered Quantity Surveyor (MRICS or equivalent)
• 10+ years’ experience, ideally across both client-side and contractor environments
• Strong technical understanding of RIBA Stages 1–4 and pre‑construction planning
• Confident managing tenders, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting project delivery
• Strategic mindset with a practical, delivery-focused approach
• Ambition to lead, grow a team, and take ownership of commercial operations