Commercial Manager - Social Housing Planned Maintenance

Location: South East London

Salary: up to £95,000 (Basic Salary), Car Allowance, Yearly Bonus

Why This Role?

Are you a strategic and results-oriented Commercial Manager with experience in social housing planned maintenance and JCT Forms of Contract? We're looking for a driven professional to take charge of commercial operations across multiple contracts for a Top 10 Tier 1 Principal Contractor.

This role is a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on management, covering both the pre-contract and post-contract phases. If you have a passion for commercial excellence, budget management, and team leadership, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact.

What You'll Be Doing

* Taking ownership of the commercial and budgetary aspects of assigned contracts.

* Leading and developing a team of Quantity Surveyors, ensuring they thrive in their roles.

* Overseeing the Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) process and ensuring timely review and approval.

* Representing the commercial function in monthly Contract Review Meetings (CRMs) alongside the Operations Manager.

* Supporting senior leadership in bid assessments and tender evaluations.

* Collaborating with procurement teams to secure cost-effective materials and services.

What We're Looking For

* Extensive experience in a Commercial Manager role, ideally within a planned maintenance or related sector.

* Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire a commercial team.

* Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities, working effectively with clients, suppliers, and internal teams.

* Solid financial and contractual expertise, ensuring strong commercial governance and cost control.

* A proactive, problem-solving mindset with a focus on driving efficiency and profitability.

What's in It for You?

* A competitive salary and benefits package (incl. Car Allowance & Yearly Bonus)

* The opportunity to lead a high-performing commercial team.

* A dynamic and supportive environment with opportunities for career progression to Director level.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and take the next step in your career