Senior Commercial Manager

Job Description

Senior Commercial Manager\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nWe are currently supporting a major international contractor in the appointment of a Senior Commercial Manager to join the leadership team on a significant construction programme in Denmark.\n\nThis position will take responsibility for the commercial performance of a portfolio of projects, providing strategic commercial leadership, driving financial performance and supporting the successful delivery of complex, high-value construction works.\n\nThe successful candidate will operate as a key member of the senior project team, working closely with operational leadership, project directors and commercial teams to ensure robust commercial governance, effective risk management and strong project outcomes.\n\nKey Responsibilities\nLead the commercial management of multiple projects from pre-construction through to final account.\nProvide strategic commercial leadership across project teams, ensuring consistency of approach and adherence to best practice.\nOversee project reporting, forecasting, cost control and cashflow management.\nReview, negotiate and manage contractual obligations with clients, consultants and subcontractors.\nIdentify commercial risks and opportunities and implement appropriate mitigation strategies.\nSupport tendering, procurement and contract negotiation activities.\nDrive commercial performance through effective management of change, variations and entitlement recovery.\nLead subcontractor procurement, contract administration and supply chain commercial management.\nSupport dispute avoidance and resolution activities where required.\nWork closely with senior operational teams to protect and enhance project profitability.\nEnsure commercial controls, governance processes and reporting standards are maintained across all projects.\nMentor and develop Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, supporting long-term team growth and succession planning.\nCandidate Profile\nSignificant experience operating as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager or equivalent within a major construction contractor environment.\nStrong track record delivering commercial success across large-scale construction, infrastructure, industrial, mission-critical or complex building projects.\nExtensive knowledge of contract administration, commercial management, risk mitigation and financial reporting.\nExperience managing commercial teams across multiple projects or large programmes.\nStrong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.\nCommercially astute with the ability to influence decision-making at senior level.\nPreferred Experience\nChartered status or membership of a relevant professional institution such as RICS or CIOB.\nExperience delivering projects within sectors such as data centres, advanced manufacturing, infrastructure, commercial construction or industrial developments.\nFamiliarity with modern commercial management systems, reporting platforms and digital construction processes.\nWhat's on Offer\nCompetitive salary and benefits package.\nPension and comprehensive employee benefits.\nStructured career progression within a growing international business.\nExposure to major construction programmes across Europe.\nOngoing professional development and leadership training.\nLong-term opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of complex, high-profile projects.\nApply\n\nFor a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please apply directly or contact (url removed) \n\nV7 Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of , , , reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, or maternity, race, or belief, , or . All applications will be considered solely on merit and suitability for the role.\nPlease note that by applying for this position you are giving consent for V7 Recruitment to process and store your personal data in line with our Privacy Policy. We may contact you about this and other suitable opportunities.

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