United Living Group
Commercial Manager
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Job Description
Commercial Manager – Social Infrastructure (Pre-Construction)
📍 South of England (Hybrid Working Available)
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our growing Social Infrastructure Pre-Construction team, supporting the development of complex, high-value projects across the South of England.
This is a key strategic role at the front end of project delivery, where you will shape commercial strategy, manage risk, and influence project viability across a diverse portfolio including healthcare, education, housing, and public sector infrastructure schemes.
You will work collaboratively with bid, design, operational, and client teams to ensure commercially robust, competitive, and deliverable proposals.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the commercial input into pre-construction activities, including bids, tenders, and early contractor involvement (ECI) engagements
- Develop and manage project budgets, cost plans, and financial modelling for complex schemes
- Identify, manage, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities at early stages
- Provide strategic commercial advice to internal stakeholders and clients
- Support procurement strategy development and supply chain engagement
- Prepare and review pricing strategies, tender submissions, and contract terms
- Ensure alignment with governance, compliance, and internal commercial procedures
- Contribute to value engineering and optioneering to maximize project outcomes
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key partners
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About You
- Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior QS role, ideally within pre-construction or bid environments
- Strong track record delivering complex infrastructure or major project tenders (£20m+)
- Experience in social infrastructure sectors (e.g. healthcare, education, residential, or public sector schemes)
- Excellent understanding of procurement routes, contracts (NEC/JCT), and risk management
- Commercially astute with the ability to influence strategic decision-making
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
- Professional membership (RICS or equivalent) desirable
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on high-profile, meaningful projects that improve communities
- A collaborative and forward-thinking pre-construction environment
- Competitive salary and package
- Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
- Clear career progression within a growing business
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Why Join Us?
This is a chance to play a pivotal role in shaping complex, socially impactful projects from inception. You’ll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and commercial excellence, with the opportunity to influence outcomes at the earliest stages.
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If you are a commercially driven professional looking to step into a strategic pre-construction role, we’d love to hear from you.
Qualifications
- Additional Information
What We Offer:
If you are a Commercial Manager seeking a dynamic and diverse work environment, we're offering:
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
- Immediate interview for qualified candidates
How To Apply:
If you are ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation!
As a business United Living prefer to hire directly and we will be in touch with our PSL Agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.
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