Commercial Manager

Job Description Commercial ManagerWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.At Bellway we recognise that people are the key to our success, and we are committed to building an inclusive culture that values and respects difference combined with creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all colleagues. This means we are positive about making adjustments as well as providing flexible working and we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.There is an exciting opportunity to join Bellway, one of the UKs largest house builders. Our Southern Counties division located in Redhill is looking to recruit a Commercial Manager to join the Commercial team.The RoleThe Commercial Manager is responsible for leading and managing the commercial team, providing hands on support and guidance to ensure a practical and cost-effective commercial service is performed.The role of Commercial Manager reports to the Commercial Director.Principal accountabilities of the Commercial Manager role include:Principle AccountabilitiesLiaise with the senior commercial and technical teams, taking a holistic approach to managing challenges and issuesSupport the Head of Commercial / Commercial Director in leading, motivating and effectively communicating to the commercial team to ensure that they are fully engaged to achieve best performance to meet the needs of the businessSupport the Head of Commercial / Commercial Director to effectively manage the Divisions commercial function to ensure best practices are followed, costs are controlled, the department maximises revenue generation and contribution to the Divisions operating profit and increases the value added to the DivisionEnsure all build costs are current and correctly appraised. Support with building an accurate cost assessment for planned land acquisitions, and ensure these are included in the land appraisal, working closely with the estimating team to ensure the cost database is up to dateSupport the team in the management of procuring sub-contractor and supplier orders and adhere to authorisations in line with Group policy and procedures, taking the lead with any disputes and more complex commercial discussionsSupport the commercial team in the preparation of monthly valuations ready to present to the Managing Director and Group Commercial Manager in accordance with Group policy and proceduresLiaise with the appropriate members of the senior management team to establish sale prices for new budgets, prepare and evaluate fees/services budget and discuss sales and construction preliminariesLiaise with Group Commercial Director / Head of Commercial on all margin improvement initiatives and strategiesExperience, Qualifications and SkillsExperienceExtensive experience working at a senior level within the housebuilding industry at the level of Commercial Manager / Managing Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor, running numerous projects simultaneouslyThe ability to demonstrate deliverability of cost control and management across multiple developmentsA good level of knowledge and understanding ofValuation & Budgeting Systems, Health & Safety/CDM Regulations, LABC/NHBC requirements, Building Regulations and other associated legislation connected with both house and flat constructionExperience of effectively leading and managing a team.Qualifications and TrainingQualified as a Quantity Surveyor with a related degree or HNC/HND in a built environment subject with relevant experience, preferably win Quantity SurveyingCSCS card or equivalentCurrent full driving licenceSkills and AptitudeStrong communication, listening and presentation skillsExcellent attention to detailMethodical, conscientious, organised and works to deliver high standardsThe ability to recognise problems and deal with them in a speedy and effective mannerAbility to lead, manage and motivate a teamAbility to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environmentAbility to problem solve and delegate effectivelyIT literate and the ability to adapt to new systems within the technical environmentCommitted to diversity and inclusion.The Role and Working ConditionsOffice based role with regular travel to development sites and for meetingsWilling to be flexible in respect of day-to-day duties and hours workedCore hoursIn return we can offer you:Competitive salaryCompetitive car allowanceOptional salary sacrifice car schemeCompetitive annual bonusContributory pension scheme25 days holiday, plus bank holidaysFree on site parkingAccess to discounts and benefits portalShareSave SchemeCycle to Work SchemeLife assuranceHoliday Purchase SchemeEarn and Learn OpportunitiesWe reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2026-01-28