Role: Commercial Manager

Duration: 13 weeks

Location: Birmingham/ Motherwell (1 day per week in HQ)

Inside IR35

The End-of-Contract Commercial Manager is responsible for overseeing the commercial close-out of construction projects. This includes final account negotiations, risk mitigation, contract compliance, and ensuring all financial and legal obligations are fulfilled before project handover.

Contract Close-Out & Final Accounts

• Lead the preparation, submission, and agreement of final accounts.
• Ensure all contractual obligations are met and documented.
• Resolve outstanding commercial issues with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Risk & Compliance Management

• Identify and mitigate commercial risks during project close-out.
• Ensure compliance with insurance, bond, and warranty requirements.
• Maintain commercial confidentiality and adhere to company policies.

Financial Oversight

• Monitor retention monies and ensure timely application for release.
• Review and approve final valuations and payment certificates.
• Ensure accurate and timely cost reporting and reconciliation.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Support and guide Quantity Surveyors and junior commercial staff.
• Ensure adherence to commercial procedures and templates.
• Liaise with internal departments (Finance, Legal, Operations) for smooth project closure.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain professional relationships with clients and supply chain partners.
• Negotiate final settlements and contractual terms.
• Represent the company in a non-adversarial and professional manner.

Essential Experience:

1. Experience in managing a team of QS’s
2. NEC accredited or 3+ years of experience working on NEC

Experience in utilities essential, with Telecoms experience particularly desirable – Water, utilities (Not roads and highways)

1. Degree in a relevant field (e.g. Finance, Quantity Surveying)
2. RICS and / CIOB preferred but not essential