Commercial Manager

We are Places for People Developments, we build thousands of well-designed, innovative homes across the UK each year. When we develop new places, we put everything into delivering homes and neighbourhoods that work for the whole community. 

We want you to join the Places for People Group and the 11,000 other colleagues on our journey; colleagues who have helped to build, manage, maintain places that people are proud to call home and stay active in. How do we do all this? By surrounding ourselves with innovative people, supportive people and “attention to detail” people. 

About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and motivated  Commercial Manager  to lead the commercial functions within our  Greater London development business . This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing procurement strategies, contract negotiations, cost reporting, and commercial risk across a diverse and high-value portfolio.

Our projects range from a  multi-phase development at the Olympic Park  to the delivery of a  strategic new site at Gilston , which includes 8,500 homes and associated infrastructure . As a growing region, we offer exciting opportunities for future development and career progression.

Where will you be working?

Based out of our officer in London, WC1X 8QR. You will be expected to be in the office twice a week (Mondays and Tuesdays) and will work remote the rest of the week, however you will be required to visit other sites as necessary, subject to business requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement and contract negotiations for main contractor, subcontractor, and supplier packages, including those exceeding £100m.
• Manage the commercial reporting process, ensuring timely, accurate, and transparent cost reports.
• Oversee internal authorisation processes and ensure accurate execution of contractual documentation.
• Manage variation accounts and support legal claims in collaboration with legal teams.
• Appoint and manage Employers Agents and Quantity Surveying consultants across projects.
• Provide cost planning and estimating support for new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with contractual responsibilities and internal governance.
• Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive commercial success.
• Influence and advise in joint venture scenarios to secure optimal commercial outcomes.

About You

Essential:

• Extensive experience with main contractors, consultancies, or developers.
• Broad knowledge of procurement routes and contract types.
• Strong understanding of cost reporting and business timetables.
• Proven ability to manage internal and external commercial professionals.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.    

We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:    

• Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly   
• Pension with matched contributions up to 7%  
• Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave (including bank holidays) with the option to buy or sell leave  
• Bonus Scheme 
• Company Car/Allowance 
• Training and development  
• Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more. 

What's next?

If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please email the recruitment team [email protected]

If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on [email protected].

Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.

If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.

If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls

At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.

We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.

By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities.