Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Construction

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Castledawson, Northern Ireland

Salary: Highly Competitive (DOE)

Hours of work: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm

Sector: Construction/Social Housing

As a Commercial Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful management of Public Sector Contracts, ensuring the realisation of commercial and contractual targets. You will be reporting to the Head of Contracts, your primary responsibility is to oversee the commercial delivery and contractual aspects of these contracts, driving excellence in project execution and financial performance.

This role requires a skilled and detail-oriented professional with a deep understanding of commercial management and the ability to foster strong relationships with clients and the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Efficiently manage and oversee contracts both operationally and commercially.
• Foster strong client and supply chain relationships by promoting collaboration.
• Lead and manage the Quantity Surveying department, ensuring they meet targets and timelines.
• Establish and monitor budgets and work specifications throughout the project.
• Provide contractual and cost advice to operational staff.
• Mentor junior staff, ensuring adequate training and support.
• Monitor trends, report operational issues, and conduct audits of job completions and submissions.
• Audit monthly accounts to identify areas for improvement.
• Manage procurement, negotiation, and cost management of subcontractor packages.
• Contractual management of NEC contracts and resolution of day-to-day issues.
• Operate in accordance with strict client KPIs, particularly focusing on Time, Cost, and Quality.
• Manage and prepare internal reports for Work in Progress and Cost Value Reconciliation.

Essential Criteria:

• 3+ years of experience in a similar position.
• Experience with the NEC suite of contracts.
• Commercial and operational awareness in delivering projects.
• Strong grasp of subcontractor management.
• Proven experience in the fast-paced construction industry.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Valid UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Criteria:

• Expertise in Measured Term Contracts.
• Familiarity with public sector social housing contracts.
• Experience with CAFM IT Software.

How to apply:

Please send your CV to or call and ask for Richard! About Black Fox Solutions:

Blackfox Solutions have been working in recruitment since 2010. We have the largest, most established clients and candidates across Northern Ireland and the UK. Our team of dedicated professional Recruitment Consultants work every day alongside companies specialising in specific industries within the private business sectors across Northern Ireland, enabling us to continually provide the most comprehensive list of live jobs currently available throughout the Province.