Commercial Manager

We''re currently working with a well-established and growing civil engineering contractor who is looking to appoint an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function for their Inverness operations.
This is a key leadership role within the business, responsible for driving commercial performance across a diverse portfolio of civils and infrastructure projects. You''ll take ownership from tender stage through to final account, ensuring strong cost control, contract compliance, and profitable project delivery.
You''ll work closely with operational teams on the ground, as well as senior leadership, clients, and subcontractors, acting as the key commercial lead for the region.
Key responsibilities:
-Lead the commercial management of civils projects across the Inverness area
-Oversee cost control, forecasting, reporting and project performance
-Manage valuations, applications for payment, variations and final accounts
-Administer contracts and manage commercial risk
-Support tendering and pre-construction activity
-Work closely with Project and Contracts Managers to improve project outcomes
-Manage subcontract procurement and account settlement
-Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and internal teams
-Produce clear commercial reporting for senior management
-Support continuous improvement of commercial processes and controls
About you:
-Experienced Commercial Manager, Senior QS, or similar level
-Strong background in civils, infrastructure or groundworks
-Confident with contract administration and commercial delivery from tender to final account
-Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
-Commercially sharp with a good eye for detail
-Well organised and able to manage multiple priorities
-Comfortable working across site and office teams
What''s on offer:
-Competitive salary and benefits package
-Company vehicle
-Strong pipeline of regional civils work
-Genuine long-term career progression with a growing contractor
-Support for ongoing professional development