Commercial Manager

We are working with a leading contractor/developer operating across the Midlands area to onboard a Commercial Manager to support the Director. Ideally you will offer 5+ years management experience and will also be able to demonstrate strong contractual knowledge, taking responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of a sizeable team. Key Responsibilities: * Regional Financial Oversight: Directing monthly CVRs, cash flow forecasting, and "Cost to Complete" reporting to protect regional P&L and gross margins. * Multi-Tenure Commercial Strategy: Managing the unique financial complexities of mixed-tenure schemes, including open-market sales and affordable housing contracts. * Leadership & Mentorship: Providing day-to-day management and professional development for a sizeable team of Quantity Surveyors and Buyers. * Partnership Management: Acting as the commercial lead for local authorities and housing associations, ensuring transparency in open-book accounting. * Contractual Excellence: Taking full accountability for the administration and negotiation of JCT and NEC contracts across the Midlands portfolio. * Strategic Procurement: Overseeing the regional supply chain to secure long-term value, quality, and sub-contractor engagement. * Value Engineering: Driving cost-efficiency by collaborating with Technical and Land teams during pre-commencement and throughout the build lifecycle. * Risk Mitigation: Identifying and managing commercial risks, including material inflation and sub-contractor insolvency, to safeguard project delivery. Ref: 4335SJ