Commercial Contracts Manager

Heckfordbridge, Essex
Arco Recruitment Ltd
As the Commercial Contract Manager, you will take ownership of projects from initial client engagement through all the contract stages, ensuring a seamless handover into delivery. Your responsibilities will encompass design development, technical evaluation, cost planning, client negotiation and the finalisation of contracts.

• Drive the implementation and continuous improvement of internal processes for pricing, project scoping, and financial evaluation, aligning them with wider commercial priorities.
• Oversee and negotiate subcontractor and supplier agreements, maintaining a strong and structured supply chain and cost control framework.
• Take full ownership of pricing, cost analysis, and the management of suppliers and materials, ensuring accountability across all areas.
• Support business profitability by meeting financial targets while ensuring designs remain practical and within agreed budgets.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with external partners, ensuring efficient delivery of services and projects.
• Ensure all contractual documentation is accurate, complete, and ready for seamless handover to the project delivery team.
• Lead the commercial and financial aspects of project bids, from initial preparation through to final submission and presentation.
• Foster collaborative, trust-based relationships with clients and partners to support long-term success.
• Attend meetings with clients and suppliers as required to support project and commercial objectives.
• Manage framework agreements and online tender submissions, coordinating input from the wider team to ensure high-quality, complete proposals.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and confidently to clients, translating complex information into accessible, non-technical language where needed.
• Support, mentor, and develop direct reports, encouraging teamwork as well as personal and professional growth.
• Share knowledge and contribute to a positive learning culture within the team.
• Communicate key updates and objectives effectively, ensuring alignment across the team with company goals and initiatives.
• Ensure health and safety procedures and risk assessments are current and properly implemented, working closely with relevant colleagues to maintain a safe and compliant environment.
• Monitor and ensure required health and safety training remains up to date.
• Work collaboratively with administrative teams to support health and safety compliance and participate in audits where required.
• Maintain administrative systems effectively, promoting good housekeeping practices such as routine file management and archiving.
• Keep the team informed, engaged, and aligned with business expectations and requirements.
• Follow company protocols for file and data management, ensuring information is organised and accessible.
• Contribute to recruitment activities, including candidate screening, interviews, and selection decisions.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to team members, ensuring adherence to company policies through regular check-ins, performance reviews, feedback, and development planning.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date use of internal systems, including maintaining project and operational data.
• Lead by example, ensuring full compliance with company policies, procedures, and professional standards at all times.
• Undertake any additional responsibilities as needed, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to changing business needs.

Key requirements

• Confident and effective in client-facing negotiations and delivering professional presentations.
• Advanced capability in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, enabling the development of productive and lasting relationships with clients and external partners.
• Strong commercial awareness, with expertise in pricing, cost analysis, and financial control, ensuring projects remain both profitable and viable within budget constraints.
• Highly organised and self-disciplined, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities efficiently.
• Good working knowledge of GDPR and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly and confidently to non-technical audiences.
• Strong leadership in internal coordination, with clear communication and effective prioritisation across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across departments, contributing to the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to plan strategically and anticipate future needs.
• Proven experience in negotiating and managing subcontractor and supplier agreements, including maintaining structured and reliable supply chain frameworks.

Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 depending on experience

Hours: Hybrid 09 30
Monday & Thursday – Office based
Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday – WFH