Commercial Manager - Civils

Build your Future with Us! McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in civil engineering and construction. We offer design and construction services across a range of disciplines including port and harbour developments, river and coastal engineering, road and rail infrastructure, environmental improvements, public realm and landscaping works, bridges, restoration, energy, and renewables. We have developed a reputation for delivering safe, innovative and quality sustainable marine, coastal and transport infrastructure projects. We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland. Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Commercial Manager - Civils to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects. Why join us? Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits, and flexible and hybrid working options. (Check out our full list of benefits on our website) What you will be doing The successful candidate will have a wide and varied remit making full use of their experience and skills. The Commercial Manager - Civils is responsible for leading all commercial aspects of the project, providing commercial support and advice to the team to aid decision making, maintaining commercial information and ensuring compliance with the contractual requirements. It is the Commercial Managers responsibility is to evaluate potential implications for dispute resolution and to contribute and develop as appropriate quality, health & safety, welfare and risks in accordance with the companies management systems. Preparing, negotiating and analysing costs for budgets. Ensure sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management systems. Procurement of Sub-Contractors and preparation of Sub-Contractor order documentation. Assessing and certification of Sub-Contractor interim payments and ensuring required Payer. / Pay-less notices as issued. Preparation of Interim Valuations and Final Account. Managing and valuing Valuations. Preparation and Extension of Time and Loss & Expense Submissions. Advising on a range of legal and contractual issues and identification and management of commercial risks. Production and presentation of monthly Cost Value Reconciliation on projects. Establish, maintain and enhance effective working relationships. Plan, allocate and evaluate work carried out by teams, individuals and self. What Were Looking For Essential Criteria Degree qualified Sound Commercial Awareness Excellent communication & negotiation skills High levels of organisational skills Ability to meet deadlines Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision Good knowledge of construction contracts particularly the JCT & NEC Forms of Contract How to Apply: If youre ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, wed love to hear from you by clicking Apply below! Join us on our journey to BuildingTogetherUnlockingPotential McLaughlin and Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.