Commercial Manager

  • Harris Global
  • Oxted, Surrey
  • 07/01/2026
Full time Construction Estimator Management Skilled Trades & Labour Commercial Manager

Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager / Estimator to play a key role in developing a new Industrial Refit Divison within the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute professional who is forward thinking, proactive and confident managing multiple projects from a commercial and contractual perspective.

You will be responsible for overseeing the commercial management of projects, supporting compliance and supply chain development and ensuring projects are delivered in line with Employer s Requirements and client expectations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the development of a new division, including compliance, supply chain and commercial processes

  • Managing the commercial aspects of multiple projects

  • Producing monthly CVR reports for Directors

  • Taking off materials well in advance and liaising with the Buying Department for procurement

  • Preparing and issuing project specific cash flow forecasts

  • Negotiating subcontract packages, issuing subcontract orders and managing subcontract variations and payments

  • Maintaining up to date knowledge of current labour, plant and material costs

  • Managing project accounts and keeping clients professional teams informed, including issuing monthly valuations and running accounts

  • Agreeing final client and subcontractor accounts upon project completion

  • Managing Contract Instructions, Technical Submittals and RFIs

  • Undertaking value engineering exercises where appropriate

  • Using construction management software packages effectively

  • Ensuring projects meet Employer s Requirements and client expectations

  • Working independently while also contributing effectively as part of a team

Skills & Experience Required

  • Candidates must have strong experience in the Industrial Refit industry and also have strong contact within.
  • Relevant experience in a Commercial Manager and/or Estimator role within the construction industry

  • Strong commercial awareness and problem solving skills

  • Forward thinking and proactive approach to planning and delivery

  • Ability to work under own initiative and manage multiple priorities

  • Full UK Driving Licence (essential)

  • Computer literate with a good working knowledge of:

    • Microsoft Outlook

    • Microsoft Word

    • Microsoft Excel