Commercial Manager

Woolston, Warrington
PSR Solutions

PSR is a construction and civil engineering recruiter. We are working with a well renowned major contractor in the North West. Our clients order book has never been healthier. We have been asked to source a commercial lead to work on a number of large Water Projects Our client is a highly reputable contractor that undertakes projects across a variety of sectors.

• Lead commercial management across major MEICA projects, ensuring strong financial performance, cash flow, and risk control
• Take ownership of projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Provide robust project controls oversight, including cost forecasting, change management, and performance reporting
• Work closely with project delivery teams to drive commercial strategy and informed decision-making
• Lead and support commercial negotiations with clients, subcontractors, and supply chain partners
• Contribute to bidding, estimating, and risk reviews, ensuring commercial robustness at tender stage
• Support the development of commercial best practice, governance, and consistent ways of working
• Play a key role in building and mentoring a high-performing commercial team as the function grows
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted commercial advisor

What We’re Looking For

• Strong experience in commercial management within MEICA or engineering-led projects
• Demonstrable track record working on large-scale projects ( 50m+)
• Solid understanding of project controls, cost management, and commercial reporting
• Experience operating at Commercial Manager or Senior Commercial Manager level
• Ability to work autonomously while also contributing to team leadership and development
• Confident communicator, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels
• Strong working knowledge of contracts and commercial frameworks
• Relevant degree or professional qualification (e.g. Quantity Surveying or similar)
• Chartered status desirable but not essential