Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager (M&E)
Maldon, Essex
Competitive Salary + package

The Commercial Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Maldon, responsible for overseeing the commercial performance of electrical and M&E projects from tender through to final account. Day-to-day tasks include managing contracts, preparing and reviewing bids and proposals, tracking project costs and margins, and ensuring all commercial activities align with company policies and client requirements.

The role involves collaborating closely with project managers, site teams, and senior leadership to support pricing strategies, risk management, and commercial reporting. The Commercial Manager will negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors, maintain accurate commercial records, and assist in resolving commercial disputes or variations. The position requires regular interaction with clients to provide clear updates, manage expectations, and support long-term relationships based on transparency and value.

Qualifications
• Candidates should possess strong Commercial Management and Contract Management skills, including experience with NEC/JCT or similar forms of contract.
• Candidates should possess Analytical Skills and Business Planning capabilities to support cost control, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
• Candidates should possess effective Team Management and stakeholder coordination skills to work cross-functionally with project, site, and leadership teams.
• Candidates should possess solid financial literacy and proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel) and Simpro project management software.
• Relevant experience in construction, electrical contracting, or M&E environments is highly beneficial, ideally in the industrial, logistics, or commercial sectors.
• A qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Business, Construction Management, or a related field is advantageous.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work on-site in Mundon and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

If the above opportunity interests you, please don’t hesitate to contact Luca on (phone number removed) / (url removed)

Skills Required

Candidates should possess strong Commercial Management and Contract Management skills, including experience with NEC/JCT or similar forms of contract.
Candidates should possess Analytical Skills and Business Planning capabilities to support cost control, forecasting, and strategic decision-making.
Candidates should possess effective Team Management and stakeholder coordination skills to work cross-functionally with project, site, and leadership teams.

Qualifications Required
Previous experience as a Commercial Manager within Building Services

Keywords
Commercial Manager
Commercial
Quantity
Surveyor
Construction
M&E
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed