Civils Director / Commercial Manager - #1677748

Job Title: Civils Director / Commercial Manager

Location: Remote / In and around London

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Role Overview

We are seeking a strategic and commercially astute Civils Director / Commercial Manager to oversee and drive the commercial performance of our clients civil engineering division. This dual-role position requires a balance of strong leadership, technical civil engineering knowledge, and a deep understanding of commercial operations within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the civils division, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.


• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with company goals and market opportunities.


• Oversee commercial functions including contract negotiation, risk management, cost control, and procurement.


• Provide strategic input and guidance on tenders, bids, and client engagement.


• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and internal policies.


• Manage and mentor project managers, quantity surveyors, and site teams.


• Work closely with directors and senior management to shape company growth and performance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior-level role within civil engineering or construction.


• Strong commercial management background, ideally with experience handling large-scale infrastructure or groundwork projects.


• In-depth understanding of NEC and JCT contract forms.


• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.


• Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or Quantity Surveying.


• Chartered status (CEng, RICS, or similar) is desirable but not essential.

What’s On Offer

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing company.


• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Supportive and collaborative working environment.


• Clear path for career progression.