Deputy Commercial Lead

Associate Director level Birmingham with three days travel to Derby weekly. Permanent Full time - with flexible working and core hours.

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a Great Place to Work certified employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Climate change and Sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.

At Gleeds, our projects take us across the globe, giving you opportunities to travel or to remain at the office base you choose. We are looking to recruit a highly motivated Deputy Commercial Lead with a demonstrable background delivering major projects within the construction industry. In this role, you will be supporting critical infrastructure projects with high-profile clients in the nuclear and defence sectors.

Your day to day could sometimes involve:

• Lead the development of early-stage cost estimates and commercial strategy from RIBA Stage 0 onwards.
• Operate NEC and other forms of contract and ensure compliance with contract process and timelines.
• Liaise with design and planning teams to ensure commercial considerations are embedded in early design decisions.
• Manage contractor and supplier engagement alongside the client and key stakeholders.
• Support or lead a small commercial team, setting clear goals and overseeing performance.
• Ensure clear communication and alignment across stakeholders regarding budgets, risks, and contractual obligations.
• Provide cost planning, budget monitoring, and cost control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain accurate financial reporting, forecasting, and cash flow analysis for client reporting.
• Conduct value engineering and whole-life cost analysis to ensure value for money.

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying, in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors.
• Advanced experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some cases applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered if there is significant on the job experience.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.

What we can offer you:

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work.

About us:

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.