Commercial Manager
Job Description
Lead with Impact. Drive Commercial Excellence on Landmark Projects.\n\nHere we don't just install; we deliver the complex, mission-critical environments that power modern life. From state-of-the-art data centres and advanced pharmaceutical labs to transformative commercial spaces, our projects are at the forefront of innovation.
Our growth is fuelled by our people-first culture and a relentless commitment to doing things right.\n\nFollowing the successful delivery of flagship projects like £multi-million life sciences complex and other major commercial and industrial schemes, we are seeking an ambitious Commercial Manager to join our leadership team in Birmingham. This is a pivotal role where you will shape strategy, mentor talent, and ensure the commercial success of our most significant ventures.\n\nThe Role: More Than Management, It's Mentorship.\n\nAs a Commercial Manager, you will be the commercial lead for a portfolio of projects, responsible for turning over and profit margin objectives. You will manage and develop a team of Quantity Surveyors at various career stages, fostering their growth while safeguarding the company's commercial interests.\n\nYour Key Responsibilities Will Include:\n\nLeadership & Team Development: Providing full line management, mentorship, and professional development for a team of Quantity Surveyors, guiding them towards successful final accounts and professional qualifications.\n\nCommercial Strategy: Driving all commercial reporting, including CVRs, cash flow forecasts, and revenue reports, ensuring accuracy and providing strategic insights to the Head of Commercial.\n\nRisk & Opportunity Management: Identifying and implementing strategies to mitigate commercial risks inherent in contracts and those arising during project execution.\n\nProcess Champion: Championing and continuously improving our commercial processes, from project start-up and procurement to final account and close-down, ensuring best practice across your team.\n\nStakeholder Management: Maintaining excellent client relations while ensuring Kane's commercial objectives are met, acting as a senior point of contact and support for your team in client meetings.\n\nWhy here?
A Culture Built on People.\n\nWe are proud to be recognised as one of Ireland's Best Managed Companies, a testament to our dynamic and supportive culture. As our director notes, the success to date is rooted in our team: "We have a very , dynamic management team... It’s a very personal business and we know our people."\n\nWhen you start here, you join a business that invests in you.
We offer a collaborative environment where your voice is heard, your ambition is supported, and your career can thrive.\n\nAre You the Right Fit?\n\nWe are looking for a proactive and influential leader who embodies a 'can-do' attitude.\n\nEssential Experience & Skills:\n\nBSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying.\n\nA minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar commercial management role, ideally with a strong background in M&E or specialist subcontracting.\n\nProven experience working on projects with Tier 1 Main Contractors and in-depth knowledge of JCT D&B and NEC contract forms.\n\nExcellent leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with the ability to develop and inspire a team.\n\nA strategic problem-solver, highly organised, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines.\n\nReady to Build Your Legacy with the Best?\n\nIf you are a senior commercial professional ready to take on a challenging and rewarding leadership role with a company that truly values its people, we want to hear from you.\n\nINDNI