Our client is a groundworks and civil engineering company based in the East Midlands, operating as a sub-contractor for many major construction companies over various market sectors in the Construction Industry. They have an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Director.
Role Purpose:
Development and management of the commercial function, covering estimating, surveying, cost control and buying.
Business development, client relationships, and recruitment of key personnel.As a Commercial Director, your main responsibilities are as follows:
To lead the commercial team in maximising the commercial performance of the business
To ensure that the strategy, policy, culture and standards established by the business leadership team are effectively deployed within the commercial team.
Control costs and effectively manage budgets
Manage and support projects on commercial and supplier contracting aspects of projects across the business
Manage operational efficiency, continuously identify areas for business improvement
Manage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders
Person Specification:
The following qualities and experience are essential:
Experienced in either the delivery of groundworks at a senior management / director level or commercial experience with a large housebuilder.
The role suits an individual with a proven track record in successfully leading a target driven commercial team within the groundworks or house building industry.
Exceptional negotiation, leadership and communication skills are required
Excellent commercial acumen and strong financial and business skills are essential for this role.
Successful track record in making independent, strategic decisions
Ambitious individual seeking progression (potential opportunity to rise to the position of Managing Director)
What's in it for you?
· Reputation - proficient in residential groundworks, demonstrating a strong track record of repeat business
· Progression and Development- you'll be joining a company that is continuing to grow sustainably, with a focus on developing and promoting their employees to fulfil their potential.
· Supportive management - a personable environment, with a strong reputation for taking care of their employees, supporting them, and retaining them.
· Sustainability - well-run sites with a reputation for quality, health and safety and excellent customer service
· Stability - A financially secure company with a strong order book for 2025.
Remuneration
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and package dependent on experience, plus a bonus and car allowance. Please contact John Ashcroft on (phone number removed) for more information
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