Head of Commercial.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Commercial team, ensuring alignment with business objectives and the strategic commercial goals of the residential development arm.

• Oversee the commercial and financial management of residential developments, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget, with accurate and timely reporting to the Commercial Director.

• Monitor and manage compliance with legal and financial obligations, including contract terms, JCT Design & Build contracts, and banking covenants.

• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring the successful appointment and management of contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants for residential projects.

• Drive cost control initiatives, ensuring effective procurement strategies that maximize Return on Capital Employed (ROCE), managing expenditures on materials, subtrades, and other resources.

• Collaborate closely with Construction and Technical teams to ensure the efficient delivery of projects that meet quality standards and deadlines.

• Manage commercial risks throughout each project, implementing robust budgeting, cash flow management, and mitigation strategies for the entire project lifecycle.

• Oversee the preparation of land purchase, construction budgets, and project completion analysis to ensure projects remain within financial parameters.

• Handle dispute resolution processes and ensure timely and accurate contractual notices are issued, minimizing risk exposure to the business.

• Lead and motivate the Commercial team, fostering professional development and succession planning to maintain high-performance standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a senior commercial role within a main contractor environment with expertise in JCT Design & Build contracts for residential developments.

• Strong background in cost management, procurement, and financial oversight, with an in-depth understanding of the construction and residential development sectors.

• Exceptional leadership skills, with the ability to motivate, develop, and manage high-performing teams.

• Expertise in Quantity Surveying, Estimating, and Contract Management, with relevant qualifications and a solid grasp of JCT D&B contracts.

• Strong analytical abilities, with the capacity to evaluate financial reports and make strategic decisions to drive project profitability.

• Excellent negotiation skills, with a proven track record of managing cost/value outcomes and stakeholder relationships.

• A thorough understanding of commercial risk management, the construction industry's supply chain, procurement, and regulatory requirements.

Why Join?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established, high-performing company with an expanding residential development portfolio. If you are looking to make a significant impact, drive commercial success, and lead a talented team, this could be the perfect next step in your career.