Commercial Manager

Bigblue Search Ltd

Commercial Manager – Leading London Fit Out Contractor – £100k–£120k + Benefits

Location: London
Salary: £100,000 – £120,000 + Package
Company: Fit Out & Refurbishment Contractor
Project Types: Commercial Offices & Life Sciences – CAT A & B, Refurbishments, Cut & Carves
Reports to: Commercial Director

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a Commercial Manager to join a market-leading London fit out contractor, renowned for delivering high-profile commercial office and life sciences projects.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead the commercial function across multiple projects, managing a team of Quantity Surveyors, and ensuring the successful commercial delivery of fit outs, refurbishments, and complex cut-and-carve schemes up to circa £20m.

This is a chance to step into a leadership role where your expertise will directly influence project success and support the continued growth of a respected contractor.

What You’ll Be Doing

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Commercial leadership of multiple live projects across London

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Manage and mentor a team of Quantity Surveyors, driving best practice

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Lead procurement, contract administration, and subcontractor negotiations

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Oversee CVRs, cash flow, forecasting, and reporting to the Commercial Director

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Implement robust cost control and risk management strategies

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Lead change management and oversee final accounts

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Work closely with project delivery and client teams to ensure successful outcomes

What We’re Looking For

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Proven track record as a Commercial Manager or Senior QS in fit out/refurbishment

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Experience delivering commercial office or life sciences projects (CAT A & B, cut and carve, refurbishments)

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Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor commercial teams

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Excellent contract knowledge (JCT preferred) and financial acumen

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Ability to influence and lead within a high-performing environment

What’s on Offer

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£100,000 – £120,000 salary + package

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Market-leading benefits and discretionary bonus

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Career-defining opportunity to lead commercial delivery in a top-tier contractor

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Exposure to landmark London projects in a thriving market sector

Apply to take your career to the next level