Head of Commercial / Commercial Director.

Housebuilding.

Northern Home Counties.

Basic £120,000 + Bonus + Car Allowance + Package

Cognisant Search has been appointed to recruit a Head of Commercial or Commercial Director for a respected traditional housebuilder, delivering high-quality family homes. Operating across the Home Counties, up to Cambridge, the company has a strong landbank and solid financial backing.


Responsibilities include:

  • Report directly to the Managing Director, taking full responsibility for all commercial activities, including quantity surveying, buying and estimating

  • Lead, direct, and coach the Commercial team to develop high-performing individuals.

  • Drive a robust commercial approach to ensure fair value and optimum returns.

  • Oversee procurement, promoting best value, strong supplier relationships, and innovation.

  • Maximise the use of COINS across all commercial operations.

  • Contribute as a key member of the Board, exemplifying and promoting company values.

We welcome applications from current Commercial Directors as well as Commercial Managers ready to step up into a leadership role. The ideal candidate will be professional, commercially astute, committed, and have a positive, team-oriented approach.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Mark Heald, Director, Cognisant
07796 514558