Reference: 4838315Job ID: 5420626Posted: 2026-10-16Closing date: 2027-01-14Location: Manchester / BirminghamSalary: 100,000 + package (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Construction / Construction - Building ProjectsCompany: HaysConsultant: Nick UnderhillHays office: London-Central — 4th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 0207 259 8826Email: nick.underhill@hays.comWe are supporting a top tier contractor in their search for a Commercial (Risk/Governance) Lead to join one of its high-performing regions. This is an interesting opportunity for a commercially astute construction professional (Senior QS/Commercial Manager) to play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, managing risk and driving commercial excellence across a diverse project portfolio.
Working closely with your regional counterparts, commercial, operational, legal and finance teams, you will provide oversight of a range of projects' commercial life cycle, ensuring robust processes, controls and governance frameworks are embedded across projects from pre-construction through to final account.
You will be responsible for: Developing and maintaining commercial governance and procurement frameworksEnsuring compliance with corporate policies, client requirements and contractual obligationsProviding oversight of contract administration across NEC4, JCT, B&D, PPC2000 forms of contract(No P&L responsibility but) Leading commercial reporting, performance monitoring and KPI managementSupporting bid governance, financial scrutiny and risk management processesMonitoring commercial exposure, variations, liabilities and contractual riskDriving consistency and best practice across multiple projects and business functionsSupporting project teams in maintaining strong commercial discipline and audit readiness, including oversight of Large Subcontracts and Main contract packagesYou will have: Experience within Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management/Governance in the Construction or infrastructure sectorsStrong knowledge of NEC, JCT, PPC, and D&B contractsExcellent commercial awareness, including forecasting, cost control and risk managementThe ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and challenge constructively when requiredWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4838315 - Nick Underhill
Commercial Risk/Governance Manager (QS) in Birmingham employer: Hays
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