Commercial Manager

Commercial Manager – Cladding Remediation

* Location: Leicester

* Salary: Up to £100,000 + Full Package

* Employer: Main Contractor

* Sector: Cladding / Façade Remediation

Role

A leading main contractor specialising in Cladding and Façade Remediation is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team in Leicester.

This role will see you take commercial leadership across a portfolio of remediation schemes, ensuring financial control, strategic contract management, and successful commercial delivery from pre-construction through to final account.

You’ll be joining a rapidly growing, highly reputable contractor operating at the forefront of the remediation sector, offering strong career progression and long-term stability.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the commercial function across multiple cladding remediation projects.

* Manage cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow control.

* Oversee procurement of subcontractors, materials, and specialist cladding packages.

* Ensure robust contract administration including NEC/JCT forms.

* Identify and manage risks, opportunities, variations, and claims.

* Support project teams to ensure projects are delivered on budget and to the required commercial standards.

* Prepare monthly CVRs, valuations, and financial reports for senior leadership.

* Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

* Provide mentoring and guidance to QS teams as required.

Key Requirements

* Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior QS ready to step up.

* Background working for a main contractor (essential).

* Strong knowledge of cladding, façade, or remediation projects is highly desirable.

* Excellent understanding of NEC or JCT forms of contract.

* Strong commercial acumen with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.

* Effective communicator with strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.

* Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related field (preferred).

What’s on Offer

* Up to £100,000 salary, depending on experience

* Full package (car/allowance, pension, benefits)

* Opportunity to join a market-leading contractor in a thriving specialist sector

* Long-term career development and progression

* Supportive leadership and a strong pipeline of future projects