Commercial Manager

Job description

About the Company

McAllister Group, a Vortex Company, is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support the successful delivery and financial performance of sewage, drainage and civil infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial operations from pre-construction through to final account. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring projects are delivered profitably, risks are effectively managed, and commercial controls are consistently applied across the business.

About the Role

This role involves managing all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account, ensuring effective financial performance and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects from tender through to final account
• Oversee cost management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Administer contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and conditions
• Prepare, review, and agree valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments, and performance
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
• Work closely with operational teams to support project delivery and profitability
• Build and lead high-performing cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration and execution
• Manage Project Risks and Issues that may impact the project process, taking prompt actions to resolve them and maintain project momentum and critical path
• Support bid and pre-construction activities as required

Qualifications

• Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a similar area
• Relevant health & safety certification (e.g., CSCS card) preferred

Required Skills

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure sectors
• Strong knowledge of sewage, drainage, and civil infrastructure projects
• Experience overseeing projects from pre-construction through to final account
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders
• Demonstrate the ability to manage and develop commercial teams
• Strong experience in cost control and financial reporting
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

McAllister Group is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Horton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

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