Commercial Manager

Location: Lincolnshire / East Midlands
Salary: £Competitive + Car Allowance + Benefits
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

An established and respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team. The business operates across the East Midlands region, delivering a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial groundwork, infrastructure, and civil engineering projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially astute professional who can take ownership of all financial and contractual aspects of multiple projects, ensuring profitability, compliance, and long-term client satisfaction.

• Lead and manage the commercial function across a range of civils and groundworks projects.

• Oversee and support Quantity Surveyors and commercial staff within the business.

• Manage tendering, estimating, cost control, and final accounts processes.

• Provide accurate commercial reporting and forecasting to the senior management team.

• Ensure all contractual obligations are met, including NEC and JCT forms of contract.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.

• Contribute to continuous improvement across the commercial and operational teams.

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the civil engineering or groundworks sector.

• Strong understanding of residential infrastructure, roads, drainage, and groundworks packages.

• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation skills.

• Experience managing multiple projects and commercial teams simultaneously.

• Strong knowledge of construction contracts and cost management.

• Professional, proactive, and collaborative approach to project delivery.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Company car or car allowance.

• Excellent prospects for long-term progression within a stable, well-established contractor.

• Supportive leadership team and positive, down-to-earth working culture.

If you’re a commercially minded professional with solid civils and groundworks experience looking for a new challenge with a reputable regional contractor, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact the Regional Recruitment Construction team in confidence for more information (phone number removed)