Group Commercial Manager (MEP)

Omagh, County Tyrone
Hays
Group Commercial Manager – MEP Engineering Contractor – Omagh

Overview
I’m partnering with a growing engineering contractor to appoint a Group Commercial Manager. This is a senior, commercially focused role with full responsibility for commercial performance, governance, and risk management across a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK, ROI, and Europe. You’ll play a key role at both operational and strategic leadership levels – shaping commercial strategy, driving financial outcomes, and ensuring robust contract and risk management across all live and future projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Group’s commercial strategy and ensure strong commercial governance.
• Manage contracts end to end, including negotiations, variations, claims, and final accounts.
• Drive financial performance through cost control, forecasting, and margin protection.
• Oversee commercial input on tenders and identify risks early across multiple regions.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, leading commercial communication.
• Mentor and develop the commercial team, encouraging collaboration across departments.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Degree or equivalent experience in QS, Commercial Management, M&E Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong commercial management background within construction/infrastructure, ideally MEP.
• Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 or JCT contracts.
• Demonstrable experience in cost control, reporting, forecasting, and subcontractor management.
• Skilled negotiator with a track record of achieving positive commercial outcomes.
• (Desirable) Chartered status, sector-specific experience, or additional commercial/legal qualifications.

What you’ll get in return
This is a genuine opportunity for a commercially driven leader to make a high level impact within a forward-thinking organisation. You’ll take ownership of a wide and varied portfolio, influence strategic decisions, and work closely with an experienced senior leadership team who value expertise, fresh ideas, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking for a role where you can shape commercial direction, develop high-performing teams, and play a pivotal part in a business with ambition and scale – this one has everything you’ll want. A competitive and fully tailored package will be offered to the successful candidate, aligned with experience and the seniority of this role.

What you need to do now
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