Commercial Manager (Construction) - UK (Hybrid)
Shape LaminarLondon, United Kingdom
Full Time
Posted January 29, 2026
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Job Description
The Commercial Manager Construction at Laminar Projects oversees all commercial aspects of complex construction projects, leveraging digital tools to enhance project delivery, foster collaboration, and develop scalable solutions, with a focus on innovation and industry improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee all commercial aspects of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Manage project costs through all stages, including budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
- Lead pre-construction estimating and post-contract cost control, including managing change orders.
- Develop and deliver actionable reports to stakeholders to support project delivery.
- Implement scalable, repeatable commercial management practices and tools.
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
- Drive digital transformation in commercial management by integrating project controls and streamlining workflows.
- Lead negotiations with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to secure favorable terms.
- Capture and document innovative solutions and best practices for industry-wide knowledge sharing.
Requirements
- Mastery Commercial Management background with at least 10 years of experience on construction projects.
- Proficient in written and spoken English communication skills; additional language abilities are appreciated.
- A relentless approach to dealing with people, demonstrating leadership qualities.
- A track record of making projects and organizations better beyond just doing the basics, showing impact.
- Willingness to work in a UK location with the ability to travel every other week to support regional operations; European travel is available for those willing to travel further afield, as and when opportunities arise.
- Proven ability to develop comprehensive commercial strategies for complex construction projects, including budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and cost control, from initiation to close-out and handover.
- Demonstrated success in leading negotiations with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to secure optimal terms and favourable outcomes in fast-paced environments.
- Experience working directly with clients, ideally with some stints working for Tier 1 or 2 Contractors, providing well-rounded experience valuable as a consultant.
- Ability to manage the overall project costs through all stage gates, integrating QCRA and risk-adjusted forecasting to provide a no surprises financial environment, with or without working with cost engineers.
- Experience in leading pre-construction estimating and post-contract live cost management, including managing complex change orders with deep-dive cost analysis to protect client interests.
- Ability to provide simple, actionable reports to stakeholders at all levels to help them deliver their part of the project more efficiently and effectively.
- Experience in developing scalable and repeatable best practices and tools in collaboration with teams to enhance long-term impact.
- Experience working on complex projects such as data centres, infrastructure (defense, rail, nuclear, highways), high-tech manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, or similar sectors, with exposure to fast-tracked and multi-package projects.
- Demonstrated success in leading negotiations with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to secure optimal terms and favourable outcomes.
- Ability to create a collaborative working environment with all disciplines involved in construction projects.
- Willingness to support and develop team members professionally and personally, maximizing team development.
- Regularly receiving structured and honest feedback to support personal growth and development.
- Ability to work in dynamic, hands-on environments that are designed for people who want to be challenged.
Benefits & Perks
Health Insurance Scheme. Comprehensive private health coverage for you and your family.
Pension Scheme. A competitive plan to help you plan for the long term plus salary sacrifice options available to maximize your savings.
Bonus Scheme. Annual bonus with a flexible mix of cash and high-growth equity, discretionary and performance-based.
Professional body membership. One fee covered per year to support professional development.
Cycle to Work Scheme. Tax-efficient program to acquire bikes and promote environmentally friendly commuting.
In-house coaching. Regular confidential 1-on-1 coaching sessions for personal and professional growth.
Equity upside. Ownership opportunities through a generous equity scheme as the company grows.
Flexible working. Work-from-home options, site visits, and flexible arrangements to support work-life balance.
Relentless development. Access to coaching, mentoring, honest feedback, and a culture focused on continuous growth.
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