Head of Commercial – Water Sector Joint Venture Location: Peterborough (with flexible working)
Randstad is partnering with a high-profile joint venture in the UK water sector to find an exceptional Head of Commercial. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping commercial strategy, driving out performance, and leading a dynamic team within a critical framework.
As Head of Commercial, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic commercial plans, managing performance, and fostering a commercially driven culture across the business unit. You will work closely with procurement, estimating, and leadership teams to ensure best-in-class delivery and commercial success.
Leading the business unit’s commercial function, ensuring a high-performing team aligned with strategic objectives.
Overseeing project and programme estimating models, ensuring cost accuracy and timely project closure reporting.
Managing cost assurance, performance indicators, and profit/loss outcomes to achieve financial targets.
Building strong business unit relationships to promote collaboration, integration, and value creation.
Engaging with senior stakeholders to manage expectations and ensure commercial excellence across all aspects of the business.
Our ideal candidate is an accomplished commercial leader with substantial experience in the infrastructure, utilities, or construction sectors. A proven ability to lead and develop high-performing commercial teams.
Expertise in procurement strategies, cost management, and project estimation.
A strategic, results-focused approach to driving commercial and business performance.
If this exciting opportunity aligns with your career ambitions, we’d love to discuss it with you.
Get in touch today to find out more and take the next step in your commercial leadership career.