Commercial Lead - Manchester - Upfront Recruitment

    Upfront Recruitment
    Upfront Recruitment Manchester

    1 week ago

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    Commercial Lead / Head of Commercial - Civil Engineering

    Location: Manchester area

    Full-time, Permanent Position

    Salary Based on Experience and Skillset - £70,000 to £85,000 + Package and Benefits

    Up Front Recruitment is working with a well-established civil engineering contractor that forms part of a wider, well-respected group. With a strong pipeline of highways, civils, surfacing and infrastructure works, the business is now looking to appoint a Head of Commercial to play a key strategic role within the senior leadership team.

    This Head of Commercial position is suited to a commercially astute construction professional who enjoys working closely with Directors and Finance, shaping their commercial strategy rather than being tied to day-to-day QS delivery.

    About the role


    As Head of Commercial, you will be the number one commercial lead within the civils arm of the business, reporting directly to the Managing Director and Finance Director. The role focuses on commercial governance, risk, margin protection and forward planning across multiple live projects.

    You will provide clear commercial leadership, support business planning, and ensure robust financial and contractual controls are in place as the company continues to grow.

    Responsibilities

    • Lead the commercial function across civils and infrastructure projects
    • Oversee CVRs, forecasting, cash flow and financial reporting
    • Advise the MD and FD on commercial risk and opportunity
    • Support bid strategy, pricing and contract negotiations
    • Ensure strong contract management across NEC and JCT forms
    • Develop and improve commercial processes and controls
    • Act as senior commercial interface with clients and stakeholders

    What we are looking for

    • Proven experience in a senior commercial role within civil engineering
    • Strong understanding of project financial strategy and risk management
    • Confident advising to Director level
    • Background as a Commercial Manager, Senior QS or Commercial Lead ready for a Head of Commercial role
    • Commercially sharp, pragmatic and solutions-focused

    Why apply

    • Strategic Head of Commercial role with real influence
    • Well-established contractor with long-term stability
    • Supportive senior leadership team and clear autonomy
    • Opportunity to shape the commercial direction of a growing business

    Package

    • Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 depending on experience
    • Car or car allowance
    • Permanent, full-time position
    • Manchester-based with local project portfolio

    For more details on this Head of Commercial opportunity, contact Mark at Up Front Recruitment


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