Senior Commercial Manager

  • Cityscape Recruitment
  • 15/10/2026
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Management Commercial Manager

Job Description

About the opportunity:

As a Senior Commercial Manager, you will lead the commercial management of demolition and enabling works projects across London, taking ownership from tender through to final account.

This Senior Commercial Manager requirement is a hands-on leadership role, combining commercial strategy, financial and contractual control, and the management of a small commercial team.

Working closely with clients, operational teams, and subcontractors, as a Senior Commercial Manager, you will drive project profitability, manage commercial risks, resolve contractual issues, and ensure projects are delivered on budget and in line with contractual requirements.

About the company:

Join a highly regarded, privately owned contractor at the forefront of London's demolition and enabling works sector, with an annual turnover exceeding £65M.
With an impressive portfolio of complex projects valued between £2M and £10M, they have built a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality and repeat business.

Their expertise spans demolition and dismantling, temporary works, façade retention, structural alterations and substructure packages, offering the opportunity to be part of a business delivering some of London's most challenging construction schemes.

About the requirements:

To be considered for this Senior Commercial Manager opportunity, you will have:
  • Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the UK demolition and/or enabling works sector.
  • Strong knowledge of commercial and contractual management.
  • Experience managing project costs, valuations, variations, subcontractor negotiations and final accounts.
  • The ability to manage multiple projects, identify commercial risks and maximise profitability.
  • Experience leading or mentoring a small commercial team, providing guidance and direction.
  • A hands-on approach, with the ability to remain actively involved in the day-to-day commercial management of projects.
About the benefits and rewards:
  • £100,000 £120,000 salary depending on experience, with flexibility for the right candidate.
  • Permanent opportunity with an established and highly regarded contractor.
  • Generous benefits package, including: Travel expenses covered, Healthcare, Pension scheme, Company laptop and mobile phone, Discretionary bonus scheme.
An excellent opportunity for an ambitious Senior Commercial Manager looking to take the next step in their career with a competitive salary and attractive overall package.

How to apply:

If you're interested, please send a copy of your CV to me or call the main office landline to discuss this further in confidence.