Commercial Manager – Building Envelope & Cladding Contractor
Location: Commutable to office in Havant
Salary: £60,000 – £85,000 (Dependent on Experience) + Benefits
Company:
We are recruiting for a Commercial Manager to join a leading building envelope and cladding specialist. If you have 5+ years of experience in construction, particularly in materials management, cost control, and contract administration, this is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile, prestigious projects in Central London.
Our client is a recognised leader in the façade and cladding sector, delivering complex and cutting-edge building envelope solutions. As they continue to grow and expand, they are seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage the cost aspects of their projects and ensure financial control from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities:
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Cost Management: Oversee cost planning, control, and management throughout the lifecycle of cladding and building envelope projects. Ensure that budgets are adhered to and any changes or variations are managed effectively.
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Materials Understanding: Manage the procurement and valuation of materials, ensuring the right products are specified and sourced in line with project requirements and budget constraints.
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Contractual Knowledge: Use your in-depth understanding of construction contracts to manage client and supplier agreements, monitor terms, and ensure compliance with project requirements.
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Project Monitoring: Prepare and manage project cost reports, including PTCs (Project Costings), CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliation), and applications for payment, ensuring timely and accurate submissions to clients and stakeholders.
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Software Proficiency: Use industry-standard software to track costs, budgets, and project progress, including Microsoft Excel, and specialist quantity surveying software.
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Problem Solving: Identify cost discrepancies, contractual issues, or any project-related challenges and provide practical solutions to ensure the project stays within budget and on schedule.
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Profitability Impact: Assess and report on the financial health of each project, highlighting risks to profitability and recommending corrective actions where necessary.
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Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with project managers, clients, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure that cost control processes are in place and any financial or contractual issues are resolved promptly.
Key Skills & Experience Required:
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Experience: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in construction, preferably with a focus on building envelope or cladding projects but not essential.
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Materials Understanding: Strong knowledge of construction materials, particularly in the context of cladding and building envelope systems, to support accurate cost estimation and procurement.
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Cost & Contract Management: Proven experience in managing project budgets, understanding contractual terms, and producing cost reports (PTCs, CVRs, etc.) to track project financial performance.
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Software Proficiency: Experience using Microsoft Excel and other software platforms (e.g., CostX, Procore, or similar) to manage cost data, prepare reports, and monitor project performance.
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Attention to Detail: High attention to detail in monitoring costs, identifying discrepancies, and ensuring the accuracy of financial and contractual data.
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Communication & Project Management Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with project teams, clients, and contractors. Strong project management skills are also essential to ensure cost control processes are adhered to.
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Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve complex financial and contractual issues, ensuring that solutions are practical and align with project goals.
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Location: Candidates must be commutable to the office and sites.
Why Consider This Role?
* Exciting Projects: Work on high-profile, challenging cladding projects that will shape iconic buildings in Central London.
* Career Development: This role offers excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing and dynamic company.
* Competitive Salary & Benefits: A competitive salary between £60,000 and £85,000, depending on experience, along with an attractive benefits package.
Commercial Manager – Building Envelope & Cladding Contractor
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