Commercial and Procurement Manager – Mixed use developer

Overview

As Commercial & Procurement Manager you will lead the commercial function across a portfolio of complex developments, partnering with the Construction Operations Director to drive value, cost control and robust procurement. You will shape contracting strategies, manage multi-project commercial performance, and mentor the team as the business expands toward a Commercial Director role. The role sits at the heart of a lean, in-house team delivering high-value residential, mixed-use and infrastructure projects. You will work closely with senior leadership to influence strategy and project outcomes.

Pay / Benefits

• opportunity to shape the commercial function
• exposure to landmark developments
• direct involvement with senior leadership
• clear long-term route to Commercial Director

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities across multiple live projects
• Prepare project budgets, cost plans and monthly commercial reports/forecasts
• Monitor expenditure, manage cash flow and review cost-to-complete forecasts
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities, and develop mitigation strategies
• Manage change control, valuations, variations and final account negotiations
• Develop project procurement strategies and schedules aligned with construction programmes
• Prepare tender documentation and manage tender enquiries/evaluations
• Undertake commercial analysis of subcontract returns and negotiate packages
• Build long-term relationships with key supply chain partners and monitor performance
• Identify value engineering opportunities without compromising quality or programme
• Administer subcontract agreements and ensure contractual compliance
• Manage notices, claims and contractual correspondence
• Establish cost reporting procedures and review payment applications
• Assess variations, compensation events and monitor contingency expenditure
• Maintain commercial risk registers and assess market/supply chain conditions
• Develop commercial procedures and help build out the commercial department
• Mentor junior commercial staff and promote collaborative working
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors

Key requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ commercial management experience within construction
• Experience delivering major residential, commercial or infrastructure projects
• Strong procurement and supply chain management experience
• Excellent contractual knowledge, including JCT and NEC forms of contract
• Proven negotiation skills and strong financial/commercial acumen
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and commercial management software

• Excellent communication
• Leadership
• Negotiation
• Microsoft Excel
• commercial management software
• procurement strategy development

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