Commercial director

As the Commercial Director for the Highways Division at Keltbray, you will play a pivotal role in driving commercial success and strategic growth within the division.

Reporting directly to the Commercial Director - Infrastructure, you will lead a team of commercial professionals, overseeing all commercial aspects of projects within the highways sector.

You will be responsible for maximising profitability, mitigating risks, and ensuring contractual compliance while fostering strong client relationships and driving business development initiatives.

Primary Tasks Commercial Strategy Contract Management Financial Management Risk Management Client Relationship Management Team Leadership Business Development Compliance and Governance Skills and experience Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

Master's degree or professional qualifications (e.g., RICS, CIPS) preferred.

Proven track record of success in a senior commercial leadership role within the infrastructure or construction industry, with specific experience in highways projects.

Extensive knowledge of contract management, commercial negotiations, and risk assessment methodologies.

Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, develop budgets, and drive profitability.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels and inspire a high-performing team.

Demonstrated ability to think strategically, innovate, and drive results in a dynamic and competitive business environment.

In return you will receive.

Generous Salary 25 days Holiday plus Bank Holiday Pension Learning & Development opportunities Assistance and Wellbeing support Equal opportunities: Keltbray are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.