Commercial Business Manager

A well-established infrastructure business with over 25 years’ experience delivering across utilities and telecoms civils has recently launched a new infrastructure division focused on long-term operational and commercial performance. A senior commercial leader is now sought to help shape and drive this function. This is a high-impact role with full ownership of P&L and significant influence across the business. The role Responsibility for commercial performance across a growing infrastructure division, working closely with operational teams across sectors including gas, water, telecoms, reinstatement, aggregates and traffic management. This is a hands-on leadership role where commercial thinking is embedded into day-to-day operations, not just reported on. What you’ll be doing * Owning full P&L responsibility, including forecasting, cost control and long-term planning * Partnering closely with operational teams to drive performance and margin * Supporting pricing, frameworks, bids and commercial negotiations * Providing clear, meaningful insights to senior leadership to guide strategic decisions. What we're looking for * Senior commercial, commercial finance or operational leadership experience within utilities, civils, infrastructure or similar * Strong understanding of how operational delivery impacts financial performance * Ability to influence and collaborate with both operational teams and senior stakeholders * A forward-thinking, hands-on approach suited to a growing organisation What’s on offer * Company car / allowance * 33 days holiday (including bank holidays) * Life assurance * EAP + virtual GP * Free onsite parking Why this role? An opportunity to shape the commercial backbone of a business operating at the heart of essential infrastructure. The role offers genuine autonomy and the chance to play a key part in the long-term growth of a newly established division