The Company
We are working with a leading main contractor who typically delivers projects valued up to £20 million for a variety of blue‑chip clients. They have excellent relationships with their clients, meaning most of their work is repeat, negotiated business. They are cash‑rich, often make double‑digit margins on their projects, have an excellent supply chain that they pay promptly and treat with respect, and staff turnover is also very low.
The Role
They now have an opportunity for someone to join them as their Commercial Director. Working closely with the Managing Director, and alongside a Construction Director, you will manage a Commercial team of Senior QSs, Project QSs and Assistants. You will be responsible for the commercial performance of the business and your team’s schemes.
You will be given a good degree of autonomy in this role. You’ll work closely with the Pre‑Con team, providing advice on risk, particularly with current inflationary issues in mind. You will attend meetings with clients and their representatives and be comfortable in a client‑facing/development role. You will produce monthly management reports, carry out regular one‑to‑one meetings with your team, conduct structured career appraisals, lead the bid process for selected major projects, and hold board‑level and strategic responsibilities. You will review and agree all contracts.
The Commercial team are very successful and have a blend of youthful enthusiasm and wise older heads. They have consistently made good profit, so the role focuses on nurturing and supporting the team rather than rebuilding or making major changes to processes and procedures. You will support and develop your team, provide advice around contractual issues, input into Group procurement deals, and ensure positive relationships between the Commercial and Operations teams.
You
To be successful you will need to have real drive and enthusiasm; you’ll want to inspire and pass on the skills and knowledge you have developed in your career to your team.
It is likely that you’ll have worked as a Commercial Director for a building contractor already. If you are an experienced Commercial Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we would be keen to chat with you.
You will be based in or be able to commute to the North West of England daily. You will need to have a good understanding of the construction process and great knowledge of construction contracts. Good verbal and written communication skills.
Rewards
They are offering a generous salary and package that includes a wide variety of benefits. You will be working with a forward‑thinking, award‑winning contractor who can provide a challenging and supportive working environment. They have an excellent career development program and invest heavily in CPD.
You will be a member of a senior leadership team where your thoughts and ideas will be appreciated.
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