Head of Commercial

3 days ago

Peterborough, United Kingdom Alexander Associates Technical Recruitment Full time

Are you a seasoned commercial leader with extensive experience in the Construction or Utilities sector?


A highly successful client of ours is seeking a Head of Commercial to join their dynamic team within the water industry.


You will play a critical role in driving the commercial strategy and operational success of our Business Unit.


Reporting directly to the Delivery/Commercial Director, you will have the opportunity to shape and execute strategic commercial plans that foster growth and outperformance across the entire unit.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement commercial strategies that ensure outperformance, aligning with the Business Unit’s goals and objectives.
  • Commercial Function Management: Lead and oversee all aspects of the commercial function, managing a high-performing team to successfully deliver on the Alliance and Business Unit’s strategic aims.
  • Procurement & Estimating Models: Collaborate with the Procurement Team to establish cutting-edge procurement models and with the Estimating Team to maintain precise project lifecycle models, ensuring accurate cost capture and timely project closure.
  • Cost & Performance Assurance: Oversee the cost management and performance indicators across the Business Unit, ensuring robust profit/loss accountability against the budget.
  • Stakeholder Management: Liaise with senior stakeholders, managing expectations and delivering key outcomes, ensuring integration and collaboration across teams to achieve better value.
  • Culture & Behaviour Development: Foster a commercially aware culture, driving positive behaviours within the team, employees, and supply chain.


About You:


  • Senior Experience: Significant experience in a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial role within the Construction or Utilities sector, with a proven track record in delivering high-value projects.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in managing teams and driving business objectives at a strategic level.
  • Commercial Acumen: Strong ability to manage risk, issues, and commercial contracting with proven success in delivering best practices and commercial outcomes.
  • Stakeholder & Communication Skills: Excellent negotiation, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate strategy effectively at all levels.
  • Education & Development: Educated to degree level, with a commitment to continuous learning and development for both yourself and your team.
  • Change Management: Proven experience in driving change and delivering quality results within tight deadlines.


This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and growing business within a vital sector. If you have the expertise and passion to lead commercial strategy in the water industry, apply today to take the next step in your career


Only those with proof of right to work in the UK should apply.

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