Commercial Lead - M&E (Mechanical & Electrical)

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Sunderland (North East Projects with Hybrid Flexibility) £100,000 + Comprehensive Benefits Package

A leading building services and engineering contractor is seeking an experienced M&E Commercial Lead to head up the commercial function across major mechanical and electrical projects in the North East.

With a strong pipeline of secured work across sectors including healthcare, commercial, education, residential, and industrial developments, this is a key leadership role within a growing and highly respected organisation.

The Role

As Commercial Lead, you will take full responsibility for the commercial performance of multiple M&E projects, providing strategic leadership while ensuring robust cost control, risk management, and contractual compliance.

You will work closely with operational, pre-construction, and senior leadership teams to drive profitability and support the continued growth of the regional business.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading the commercial management of mechanical and electrical projects from pre-construction through to final account

Developing and implementing commercial strategy across multiple projects

Overseeing procurement of subcontractors and major supply chain packages

Managing project budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting

Ensuring effective contract administration under NEC, JCT, or bespoke contracts

Identifying, managing, and mitigating commercial risks and opportunities

Leading, mentoring, and developing Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff

Supporting tendering and pre-construction activities with commercial input

Acting as the senior commercial interface with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

Driving continuous improvement within commercial processes and governance

About You

You will be a commercially astute leader with extensive experience in M&E or building services contracting.

Essential:

Significant experience in a senior commercial role within M&E / building services

Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical installations and project lifecycles

Proven track record managing the commercial delivery of high-value construction projects

Excellent knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract

Strong leadership experience managing commercial teams

Highly developed negotiation, financial management, and reporting skills

Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive commercial performance

Desirable:

Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar

Professional membership (RICS or equivalent)

Experience working on large or complex regional projects

What's on Offer

£100,000 salary

Car allowance or company vehicle

Performance-related bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced M&E commercial professional to step into a strategic leadership role within a thriving and forward-thinking contractor.

If interested in further details please contact John Baker or Katherine Oxlade

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