Commercial Manager

Marble Talent Group are recruiting on behalf of our client who are seeking a commercially astute professional to lead all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring strong financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work closely with delivery teams and Department Managers, providing clear contractual guidance and ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed commercial and operational plans.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage and maintain all contract documentation, providing advice on both pre-tender and post-contract matters

* Prepare and issue contractual correspondence to clients and subcontractors

* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients and design teams post-contract

* Lead material procurement strategies and negotiate subcontract agreements

* Ensure timely submission of interim valuations and applications for payment

* Manage and resolve variations to maximise project value

* Certify subcontractor valuations and final accounts, and agree final accounts with clients

* Carry out cost and value reconciliations and oversee regular financial reporting

* Monitor project programmes to support timely and successful delivery

* Lead, mentor, and support the professional development of the commercial team

Skills & Experience

* HNC/HND/BSc in Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline (Chartered status or RICS membership preferred)

* Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

* Proven leadership capability with experience managing and developing teams

* Commercially aware, proactive, and solution-focused

* Experience managing multiple projects with strong attention to detail

* Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work across different business areas

* Committed to continuous improvement and adding value

* Full UK driving licence

Desirable

* Previous experience in a similar role or relevant placement

* Knowledge or exposure to Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) projects

About Marble Talent

As engineering recruitment specialists, we pride ourselves on the ability to turn aspiring candidates at the beginning, middle or towards the end of their engineering careers into successful, professional engineers place at the right companies. We are interested in people from all walks of life, as long as they have the passion to succeed in engineering. Our goal is to become the recruiter of choice for UK engineering companies. We will do this by continuing to deliver a first-class service for both clients and candidates