Job title: Commercial Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Main Contractor
Functional Expertise: Build
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £60,000.00
Salary to: GBP £85,000.00
Location: Birmingham, UK
Job published: 16-06-2025
Job ID: 72689

Job Description

Built on Reputation. Ready for the Next Chapter.

This is a commercial leadership role designed with a longer-term view in mind.

You’ll step into a well-respected, mid-sized contractor that’s known for delivering schools, healthcare facilities, and civic buildings across the Midlands. The current Commercial Director is thinking ahead — and this hire is about more than plugging a gap. It’s about succession

That means you’ll be given the time, visibility, and autonomy to step into influence — not just delivery. The pipeline is steady, the culture is lean and collaborative, and the trust you’ll be given is real.

The Work You’ll Step Into

  • Commercial oversight across a £30m+ annual project portfolio (typical schemes £3–10m)
  • Mentoring and developing QSs within the team
  • Leading on contract negotiation, claims strategy, and client-facing commercial conversations
  • Helping shape the long-term commercial systems and culture as part of succession planning

You’ll have the backing of directors who still stay close to the projects — but are smart enough to give you space. There’s no ivory tower here — just a serious opportunity to shape something lasting.

Why People Stay

  • You’re not just a number. You’ll work with people who’ve built careers here and still enjoy coming in every day.
  • The leadership is intentional. They’re not growing recklessly — they’re building sustainably.
  • You’ll have a clear path. The succession plan is real. This isn’t a hollow title or a role parked in a corner.

You’ll Fit Best If You…

  • Are already operating as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager in the building sector
  • Know how to lead, but are still willing to get stuck into the detail when needed
  • Want more influence — but don’t want the politics of a top-heavy corporate
  • Care about doing things properly and leaving things better than you found them

Let’s Talk

If you’re ready for the next step, but want to do it with a company that values legacy over noise, message us. We’ll walk you through the team, the plans, and where this role could go.

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