Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager 📍 Manchester / Full-Time / Permanent / Hybrid (3 days in office - Non Negotiable) 💰 Package circa £90,000 + £7,000 Car Allowance + Benefits 🚀 Clear pathway to Director level within 12 months Laboris Solutions are pleased to be working a client based on very firm foundations that are looking for an ambitious and commercially driven Commercial Manager to join their growing team and play a key role in the continued expansion of the business. This is more than just a Commercial Manager role — it is a genuine opportunity for someone looking to progress into Director level within 1 year, working closely alongside senior leadership and helping shape the future direction of the company. The Opportunity You will oversee multiple projects and commercial activities across the business, leading from the front with strong contractual knowledge, client management skills, and commercial awareness. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage projects or divisions effectively while building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. Key Responsibilities * Lead commercial management across multiple projects * Oversee scope management and change control processes * Negotiate and manage JCT & NEC contracts * Build and maintain strong client relationships * Support business growth and strategic decision-making * Lead, mentor, and develop commercial teams * Ensure projects are commercially successful and delivered efficiently * Work closely with Directors on business performance and future growth plans About You We are looking for someone who is: * Experienced within a Senior Commercial role in Construction * Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills * Confident managing clients and multiple stakeholders * Organised, detail-oriented, and highly motivated * Able to lead teams and delegate effectively * Comfortable working in a fast-paced construction environment Preferred Experience * Quantity Surveying background * JCT & NEC contract experience * Main contractor or subcontractor experience * Engineering or technical construction background advantageous * RICS accredited (desirable) What’s on Offer * Competitive salary package * £7,000 car allowance * 25 days holiday * Bonus Scheme * Pension scheme * Healthcare cash plan * Genuine career progression to Director level within 12 months * Opportunity to help shape and grow a successful business If you are looking for a senior commercial role with real influence, long-term progression, and the opportunity to step into a Director-level position quickly, we would love to hear from you