Assistant Commerical Manager

Assistant Commercial Manager

• Assistant Commerial Manager
• North West Hybrid
• Salary: circa £45,000 Plus benefits

The role
We have an opportunity for an Assistant Commercial Manager or Quantity Surveyor looking to step into a commercial management position within an infrastructure environment.

Working closely with the Cost & Commercial Director, you will support commercial, cost control, and governance activities across lifecycle works, variations, and compliance programmes, with clear progression into a Commercial Manager role.

This role would suit someone who is:

• Looking for a step up into commercial management

• Detail-focused, organised, and keen to develop

• Interested in infrastructure, lifecycle, and construction projects

Duties

• Supporting commercial and cost management activities

• Assisting with tender reviews, cost plans, and contract documentation

• Supporting cash flow forecasting and cost reporting

• Monitoring consultant and supplier performance with senior support

• Assisting with procurement activities and supplier appointments

• Supporting governance, compliance, and assurance processes

• Gaining exposure to lifecycle and variation management

Qualifications / Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying

• Working towards chartership (or strong commitment to progress)

• Experience in a commercial construction role post-degree
  (supporting or assisting level acceptable)

• Good understanding of cost planning, cash flow forecasting, and contract administration

• Experience supporting capital project work programmes

• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders

• High attention to detail with a strong commitment to governance and compliance

• Familiarity with risk management and continuous improvement practices

• Ability to successfully obtain a DBS check