Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Inverness

Location: Inverness
Job Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Commercial Manager looking to join a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering major infrastructure projects across the Highlands?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function, working closely with senior leadership to drive profitability, manage commercial risk and support the successful delivery of a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects. The successful Commercial Manager will play a key role in the continued growth of the business, while developing commercial best practice across multiple contracts. This Commercial Manager position offers genuine long-term career progression within a respected contractor.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of civil engineering projects.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost planning and commercial reporting.
• Manage valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts.
• Administer contracts and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support tendering activities during pre-construction.
• Monitor project costs and ensure commercial performance targets are achieved.
• Work closely with Contracts Managers, Project Managers and site teams.
• Manage subcontractor procurement, payments and account settlements.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers and key stakeholders.
• Produce accurate commercial reports for senior management.
• Improve commercial procedures and cost management processes.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Quantity Surveyor or similar.
• Strong civil engineering or infrastructure background.
• Excellent understanding of contract administration.
• Experience managing project costs, variations and final accounts.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership ability.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Company vehicle.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Professional development and training.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• Stable pipeline of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.