Commercial Manager - Residential Housebuilder

Location: Shropshire
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 (negotiable) + Package (Bonus, Car Allowance, Pension)

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a growing residential housebuilding operation delivering high-quality bespoke developments.

This is a key commercial leadership role with responsibility for driving financial performance across multiple live and future housing schemes.

You will play a central role in protecting margins, managing cost risk, and supporting continued business growth, with direct access to senior decision-makers and genuine influence over commercial strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial Leadership

• Take full ownership of commercial performance across residential developments

• Drive profitability through proactive cost control and risk management

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Negotiate and manage subcontractor and supplier agreements

• Develop and maintain effective regional supply chain relationships

Cost Management & Reporting

• Lead CVR production, cash flow forecasting, and cost reporting

• Manage valuations, variations, and final accounts across live schemes

Pre-Construction & Tendering

• Support feasibility assessments and land appraisal costings

• Contribute to pricing strategy for new development opportunities

Contract Administration

• Administer JCT contracts and manage commercial matters and disputes where required

Team Leadership

• Support and mentor a small commercial / surveying team

• Promote consistent commercial standards and best practice

What We're Looking For

• Strong background in residential housebuilding

• Proven experience in commercial management roles with project responsibility

• Excellent understanding of CVRs, cost control, and financial reporting

• Experience managing contracts and subcontract accounts

• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

What's on Offer

• Senior commercial role with autonomy and real decision-making influence

• Direct access to senior leadership team

• Competitive salary of £80,000 - £85,000 (negotiable) plus performance-related bonus

• Car allowance, pension scheme, and full benefits package

• Opportunity to shape commercial performance across multiple developments

• Localised work with minimal travel requirements