Commercial Manager

Job description

Overview

Are you a Commercial Manager looking for your next challenge in London's construction sector?

We're hiring a Commercial Manager in London to lead commercial processes across exciting large-scale theatre and entertainment construction projects. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity offering hybrid working and the chance to shape commercial strategy for a growing specialist contractor delivering high-profile builds across London.

Join a dynamic team working on cutting-edge installations, with excellent career progression and the opportunity to make your mark on landmark venues.

Client

Our client is a specialist construction company focused on large-scale installation and studios across London and the UK. They build and operate world-class venues and with major new-build projects planned for 2026, they're expanding their in-house construction team. Known for their innovative approach to construction and commitment to quality delivery, they offer a collaborative culture and progression opportunities for ambitious commercial professionals.

Role

As a Commercial Manager in London, you'll take ownership of all commercial activities across multiple new-build and refurbishment projects, operating similarly to a main contractor commercial lead. You'll establish and manage commercial processes from pre-construction through to final account, ensuring cost control, value for money and contract compliance across complex builds.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager to step into a strategic commercial leadership role with influence over project outcomes and business performance.

You'll combine quantity surveying expertise, procurement management and contract administration to support the delivery of landmark construction projects whilst leading a commercial support team.

Responsibilities

As a Commercial Manager for this London-based construction company, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead development of project budgets for new-build and refurbishment schemes, working with the Head of Construction, Senior Project Manager and design consultants
• Analyse drawings, specifications and consultant reports
• Identify value engineering opportunities and cost-saving strategies
• Lead procurement strategies for all work packages including groundworks, structural steel, MEP systems, fit-out and specialist trades
• Prepare tender documentation
• Negotiate with suppliers, subcontractors and consultants
• Lead commercial activities across all project phases from pre-construction strategy to on-site delivery and final account closure
• Prepare and present commercial reports
• Prepare, negotiate and administer construction contracts (JCT, NEC or bespoke), ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements
• Issue contractual notices, manage extensions of time, assess compensation events and support resolution of commercial or contractual disputes
• Manage consultant appointments and support risk identification
• Oversee accuracy, quality and consistency of commercial administration outputs
• Support professional development and performance of the commercial support team
• Foster a collaborative, proactive and high-performing team culture

Person

To be successful in this Commercial Manager job in London, you will bring significant commercial experience within a construction environment, ideally from a main contractor or specialist contractor background.

Essential

• 5+ years' experience as a Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS or Commercial Manager within construction
• Strong understanding of JCT and NEC contracts and their practical application
• Proven experience with main contractor procurement and contract administration
• Track record of managing costs on complex construction projects
• Strong negotiation, commercial acumen and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Highly organised and capable of operating within a small, fast-paced team

Desirable

• Experience in entertainment, theatre, studio or live-events construction
• Experience working client-side or in a hybrid client/contractor role
• RICS membership or working toward chartership
• Understanding of CDM Regulations, Building Regulations and construction compliance frameworks
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction-related discipline

Characteristics

• Commercially minded and confident managing complex cost, contract and procurement matters
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and support junior commercial team members
• Highly organised and methodical with strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial documentation
• Proactive in identifying risks, opportunities and value-driven alternatives

Remuneration

This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist construction company with an exciting pipeline of landmark projects across London and beyond.

As a Commercial Manager, you'll have the chance to shape commercial strategy and influence business performance with clear scope for career progression into senior commercial or contracts leadership roles.

Package includes:

• Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 (DOE)
• Hybrid working: Office / Site / WFH flexibility
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme and access to Mintago benefits system
• 50% off at on-site restaurants when dining
• Permanent contract with full-time hours (40 hours per week)
• Time in lieu for overtime worked
• Career progression pathway to Senior Commercial Manager or Commercial Director

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-03-2026

Profession type

Sales

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English