Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager

We are supporting a leading international construction contractor delivering major projects across Europe.

Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, an opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a high-performing project team in Germany.

This is a key commercial leadership role responsible for overseeing the financial and contractual performance of a major construction project. The successful individual will play an important role in driving commercial outcomes, managing project risk, supporting operational teams and ensuring robust commercial governance throughout the project lifecycle.

The role would suit an experienced Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Senior Commercial professional with experience delivering large-scale construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Management
Manage all commercial and contractual aspects of the project from commencement through to final account
Prepare and manage valuations, applications for payment and associated commercial reporting
Monitor project costs, forecasts and cash flow performance
Support procurement activities and subcontract package management
Review and administer contract obligations and commercial risk
Manage variations, compensation events, claims and contractual entitlements
Maintain accurate project records and supporting commercial documentation
Prepare and negotiate interim and final accounts
Support project delivery teams in achieving commercial objectives
Ensure contractual compliance across all project activitiesLeadership & Stakeholder Management
Lead, mentor and support members of the commercial team
Promote best practice and consistency across commercial processes
Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
Collaborate closely with project and operational leadership teams
Contribute to the ongoing development of commercial systems and procedures
Requirements
10+ years' experience within a commercial or quantity surveying function
Experience working for a main contractor or large construction organisation
Proven experience delivering major construction projects
Strong understanding of contract administration, procurement and commercial management
Experience managing project financial performance, forecasting and reporting
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong commercial awareness and problem-solving ability
Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline
Professional membership or chartership is advantageous
Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and benefits package
Relocation and travel support where applicable
Opportunity to work on large-scale, technically complex construction projects
Long-term career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
Ongoing professional development and training support
Collaborative and high-performing project environment
If you would like to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please apply today for further information.

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