Commercial Director

BMC Recruitment Group is currently recruiting for a Commercial Director to join a client who is a leader in the energy transition sector based in London. About the Role - Competitive salary - Performance-based bonus scheme - Permanent position - Full-time, standard working hours - Comprehensive benefits package including bonus, health insurance and pension scheme - Opportunities for career progression and professional development - Engaging work environment with a focus on innovation and sustainability Duties / Responsibilities - Actively contribute to the UK Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the UK Lead Commercial Team - Assist in delivering the growth strategy for Energy Transition, managing commercial risk vs reward - Achieve gross margin targets consistently - Ensure contract processes comply with Company AIMS procedures - Implement necessary systems and processes for effective operational and commercial control - Scrutinise commercial processes to maximise margin and minimise costs - Ensure timely and accurate monthly reporting - Maintain accuracy in contract financial reporting, including CVRs, forecasts, and budgets - Minimise working capital and maximise cash collection - Lead the Energy Transition and Asset Management commercial team - Provide mentoring and coaching to commercial and operations teams - Build and develop long-term relationships with internal and external customers - Identify commercial and contract strategies to secure more work and maximise gross margin - Provide commercial expertise to the Winning Work process - Promote continuous improvement and challenge existing practices About You - At least 10 years post-grad experience with a construction main-contractor, including 5 years in senior commercial management - Experience in mechanical scope in process, carbon capture, or power generation industries preferred - Proven track record of delivering sustainable gross margin returns across projects - Expertise in commercial and contract management practices, standards, and systems - Strong negotiation skills with the ability to maintain good customer relations - Experience managing complex contractual relationships and disputes - Knowledge of standard form contracts and contract law - Experience managing a commercial team, preferably with a geographically diverse portfolio - Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to represent the business with customers and suppliers - Enthusiastic communicator and coach