Commercial Manager
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £70,000.0 to £85,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Benefits + Car/Allowance |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 March 2026 |
| Location: | Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF76JZ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4688356_1772799132 |
Summary
Commercial Manager - Construction
Permanent | Yorkshire Region
£70,000-£85,000 + Car / Allowance + Benefits
Are you a commercially driven leader with strong experience overseeing financial and contractual aspects of construction projects?
A respected regional contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead their commercial function across multiple live projects in Yorkshire. This is a key strategic role, offering long‑term stability and genuine progression.
The Role
As Commercial Manager, you will oversee the commercial and contractual performance of a portfolio of construction schemes, ensuring financial control, risk management, and profitability. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll drive commercial excellence and ensure best practice is adopted across the business.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the commercial function across several construction projects
Manage project finances, budgets, cost plans, valuations, CVRs, and forecasting
Oversee subcontract procurement, tender analysis, and contract negotiations
Work closely with project teams to support delivery, resolve issues, and manage risk
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, legislation, and company processes
Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to QS teams at all levels
Produce accurate financial reports and board‑level commercial updates
Drive continuous improvement across commercial operations and cost management
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and partners
About You
Proven experience as a Senior QS or Commercial Manager within the construction sector
Strong commercial and contractual knowledge (JCT/NEC)
Ability to manage budgets, risk, and financial reporting across multiple projects
Excellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skills
Experience supporting project teams from tender through to final account
Strong analytical thinking and the ability to manage competing deadlines
Relevant qualifications (RICS desirable but not essential)
What's on Offer
Competitive salary £70,000-£85,000, depending on experience
Car / allowance and full benefits package
Senior position with the opportunity to influence business‑wide commercial strategy
Stable pipeline of work across Yorkshire
Strong career development in a supportive leadership environment
What you need to do now
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