Commercial Manager

Commercial ManagerWe are looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team on a major construction project in Bedfordshire.This is a key leadership role within the project, responsible for driving commercial performance, managing risk and ensuring successful financial outcomes across a significant and complex scheme. Working closely with project leadership, operational teams and the wider commercial function, you will provide strategic commercial oversight while supporting the successful delivery of the project from inception through to completion.This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a high-profile development, leading commercial activities within a collaborative and high-performing project environment.What You'll Be DoingLeading the commercial management of the project and ensuring robust governance throughout the project lifecycleManaging and developing the commercial team, providing leadership, support and mentoringOverseeing procurement strategies and subcontractor management activitiesManaging project cost reporting, forecasting, cash flow and commercial performanceEnsuring effective management of variations, change control and commercial riskSupporting contract administration and ensuring contractual complianceWorking closely with operational, design and planning teams to maximise project performanceBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partnersProviding commercial insight and reporting to senior project and business stakeholdersWhat We're Looking ForProven experience as a Commercial Manager within the construction industryStrong track record of working on major construction projectsExcellent commercial and contractual knowledge, including cost management and risk management principlesExperience leading, managing and developing commercial teamsStrong stakeholder management, negotiation and communication skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities within a complex project environmentA proactive, strategic and commercially focused approachRelevant commercial, construction or quantity surveying qualifications are desirableWhy Join Wates?Be part of a major, high-profile project in BedfordshireLead and develop a growing commercial team on a flagship schemeWork within a collaborative and high-performing project environmentOpportunities for career development and progressionCompetitive salary and benefits package, with flexibility where possibleOur commitments: Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at

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