At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the commercial strategy and manage a dynamic team in civil engineering.
- Company: Join a reputable and growing earthworks and civil engineering business.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term career progression, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for genuine influence and growth in a financially strong company.
- Why this job: Play a key role in driving profitability and shaping the company's future.
- Qualifications: Significant experience in commercial leadership within civil engineering or earthworks.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Location: Cambridgeshire based with travel
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Salary: Competitive
About the Role
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, we are looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Director to join our expanding earthworks and civil engineering business. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established company with an excellent reputation, strong financial performance, and ambitious plans for future growth.
As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will lead the commercial function, helping to drive profitability, manage risk, and support the strategic direction of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the company's commercial strategy.
- Lead and manage the commercial team, providing guidance, support, and development.
- Oversee all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account.
- Ensure effective cost control, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Manage contract negotiations, procurement, and contractual risk.
- Maximise project profitability while maintaining excellent client relationships.
- Provide commercial support and advice to the Board and operational teams.
- Review and improve commercial processes and procedures.
- Support business development, tender submissions, and strategic growth initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and industry best practice.
About You
The successful candidate will have significant commercial leadership experience within the civil engineering, earthworks, or infrastructure sectors. You will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in a senior commercial role within civil engineering or earthworks.
- Strong commercial acumen and sound financial management skills.
- A thorough understanding of construction contracts, procurement, and risk management.
- Experience managing multiple projects and commercial teams.
- Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills.
- The ability to build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
- A proactive, strategic, and solutions-focused approach.
- A degree or professional qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline is desirable.
What We Offer
- Permanent, full-time position.
- Competitive salary (to be discussed).
- Opportunity to join a financially strong, growing business.
- Long-term career progression with genuine influence on the company's future.
- Supportive senior leadership team and an excellent working environment.
- The opportunity to play a key role in the continued success and growth of the business.
If you are an experienced Commercial Director or a Senior Commercial Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Discipline(s): Civil Engineering, Infrastructure & Built Environment
Job type: Permanent
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