Commercial Manager - Housing Sector

Commercial Manager - New Build Housing Sector

Location: Catterick

Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 + Package & Car Allowance

Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a well-established new build housing development company based in Catterick. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute professional to take ownership of financial and contractual matters across multiple housing projects. You will play a key role in maximising profitability, managing risks, and ensuring commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Financial & Commercial Strategy:

• Lead and manage all commercial activities, ensuring profitability and risk mitigation.
• Develop and implement cost control and procurement strategies to enhance efficiency.
• Monitor and analyse budgets, forecasts, and expenditure, ensuring financial targets are met.

Contract Management:

• Oversee contract negotiations, variations, and claims to ensure compliance and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure adherence to contractual obligations, including JCT and NEC contracts.

Cost & Risk Management:

• Provide commercial oversight of project costs, valuations, and final accounts.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with projects.
• Work closely with the operational and finance teams to ensure project profitability.

Stakeholder & Team Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors and Commercial professionals.
• Work closely with senior management to drive business growth and commercial strategy.
• Collaborate with the land, planning, and construction teams to ensure project efficiency.

This role is ideal for a highly analytical, commercially driven professional with a background in the housing or construction sector. The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong commercial mindset with excellent financial acumen.
• Experience in housing, residential development, or construction.
• A track record of managing contracts, costs, and budgets effectively.
• Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Knowledge of contract law, procurement, and commercial strategy.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Membership with RICS, CIOB, or a relevant professional body (preferred).
• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in the housing sector.

To apply, please send your CV to sarah@300nr.co.uk