Commercial Director

I am recruiting for an established, highly respected, privately-owned construction business headquartered in Greater Manchester and delivering contracts across the UK. It is a real hybrid role - we are looking for someone with really strong contractual and commercial expertise (mainly JCT & NEC), but equally comfortable on site and working with the office-based Commercial Director. You're likely to be RICS, but you could equally be CIOB with a real contractual / commercial focus.

The duties and responsibilities will be broad and varied, but will include:- What You’ll Do: Be a key member of the Company's Board advising on all projects and related commercial matters Be the key lead Director co-ordinating estimating, production, commercial and client relationships Lead contract negotiations and ensure compliance with legal and commercial frameworks Oversee project delivery from tender to final account, ensuring operational and financial targets are agreed, understood and met Collaborate with Board Directors, Contracts Managers, Project Managers, and the Commercial and Estimating teams to drive performance Champion health & safety, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement Maintain existing and build strong client relationships with new, potential clients Work closely with the Managing Director to develop commercial and business strategy What You’ll Bring: 10+ years in commercial contract or senior construction management A clear track record of delivery of profitable, successful projects and business growth Strong proven contract knowledge with a real commercial insight A professional, construction qualification (RICS, CIOB, ICE or equivalent) Strong commercial acumen & legal contract knowledge Proven leadership, negotiation & stakeholder management skills Operational understanding of project management and delivery across large, commercial construction projects What is on Offer: A truly senior, 360, Board level role The opportunity to mold strategy and drive performance A truly competitive package The chance to work with a business with a superb reputation and an exciting future For a confidential discussion, apply now