Pettigrew Recruitment Group Ltd
Commercial Manager
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Commercial Manager
Location: Livingston with travel across Scotland
Employment: Full Time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive plus car allowance and benefits
Are you ready to step into a role where you can genuinely influence performance, outcomes and client relationships? We are recruiting on behalf of our client, who delivers services across a secure, high-profile estate in Scotland.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Commercial Manager to take ownership of a key account and make a meaningful impact. More than a commercial role, this position offers the chance to shape strategy, drive performance and contribute to long-term success.
The Role:
As Commercial Manager, you will take full responsibility for the commercial performance of a major estates account. You will ensure financial efficiency, contractual compliance and operational success across the estate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of the commercial performance of a designated account, ensuring profitability and value delivery.
- Manage and interpret Schedule of Rates, ensuring accuracy, consistency and compliance.
- Drive cost control, forecasting and reporting to maintain strong financial discipline.
- Lead contract administration, ensuring all terms are met and risks are effectively managed.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and client-side.
- Identify commercial opportunities to improve margins and enhance service delivery.
- Support operational teams with commercial insight to drive performance and efficiency.
- Lead negotiations and resolve commercial disputes proactively and professionally.
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What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
- A strong background in facilities management, construction or maintenance environments.
- Solid experience working with Schedule of Rates contracts.
- Strong commercial awareness, alongside excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
- A confident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.
- Degree qualified in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience.
- Professional accreditation such as RICS, CIPS or similar is advantageous.
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Why Apply?
- The opportunity to lead a prestigious, secure, long-term account.
- Genuine autonomy and the ability to influence key decisions.
- Strong career progression within an established organisation.
- Flexibility to be based from various locations across Scotland.
- A competitive salary and benefits package aligned with your experience.
If you are looking for a role where you can take ownership, drive performance and be recognised for your impact, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
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