Commercial Manager
CV-LibrarySt Albans, HertfordshirepermanentPosted: 27 April 2026
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Our client is a well-established, M&E contractor with a strong reputation across the UK. Operating in sectors including commercial, industrial, energy and infrastructure, they deliver complex electrical and technology-led projects with a focus on quality, reliability, and long-term client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional to play a key role in shaping the next phase of the company’s journey.
The role
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial function across multiple projects.
This is a high-impact position where you will work closely with senior leadership, influencing commercial strategy while remaining hands-on in project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all commercial aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account
* Manage cost planning, procurement, and subcontractor packages
* Oversee contract administration (NEC / JCT experience preferred)
* Drive cost control, risk management, and value engineering
* Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Provide accurate reporting and forecasting to senior stakeholders
About You
* Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within M&E / building services / infrastructure
* Strong contractual knowledge (NEC and/or JCT)
* Commercially astute with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
* Comfortable working in a growing business where you can influence change
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Why This Opportunity?
* Competitve salary
* Flexible/ hybrid working
* Join a growing, reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work
* Be part of a business that values its people
* Genuine opportunity to shape the commercial function
* Work closely with directors and play a key role in strategic growth
* Ideal for someone looking to step up and grow with the business
Our client is a well-established, M&E contractor with a strong reputation across the UK. Operating in sectors including commercial, industrial, energy and infrastructure, they deliver complex electrical and technology-led projects with a focus on quality, reliability, and long-term client relationships.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious commercial professional to play a key role in shaping the next phase of the company’s journey.
The role
Due to continued growth, our client is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager to take ownership of the commercial function across multiple projects.
This is a high-impact position where you will work closely with senior leadership, influencing commercial strategy while remaining hands-on in project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead all commercial aspects of projects from pre-construction through to final account
* Manage cost planning, procurement, and subcontractor packages
* Oversee contract administration (NEC / JCT experience preferred)
* Drive cost control, risk management, and value engineering
* Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams
* Provide accurate reporting and forecasting to senior stakeholders
About You
* Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within M&E / building services / infrastructure
* Strong contractual knowledge (NEC and/or JCT)
* Commercially astute with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
* Comfortable working in a growing business where you can influence change
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Why This Opportunity?
* Competitve salary
* Flexible/ hybrid working
* Join a growing, reputable contractor with a strong pipeline of work
* Be part of a business that values its people
* Genuine opportunity to shape the commercial function
* Work closely with directors and play a key role in strategic growth
* Ideal for someone looking to step up and grow with the business