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 07867450022 for more information