Commercial Director – Northwest England
Salary: £110,000–£124,999 per annum/ Permanent
DATS is working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced Commercial Director to join their Commercial team. This is a senior leadership role where you will play a pivotal part in driving commercial success and shaping strategic outcomes.
The Role: This role offers the opportunity to work across infrastructure projects, delivering essential services while maintaining a safety-first and client-focused approach. You will work closely with the Business Commercial Director and operational teams to ensure margins are met, risks are managed effectively, and cash flow remains healthy.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing financial and commercial reports to support decision-making
- Engaging with client representatives and supporting tender assessments
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities and revenue growth strategies
- Reviewing contracts and overseeing sub-contract administration
- Supporting margin and WIP improvement plans and resolving disputes
- Mentoring commercial staff and fostering team development
Candidate Requirements:
- Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (or equivalent)
- RICS Chartered (or equivalent) with NEC accreditation
- Strong experience in construction and commercial management, ideally in pharmaceutical or industrial sectors
- Skilled in cost value reconciliations, target cost analysis, and contract negotiation
- Excellent communicator with strong team collaboration skills
- Detail-oriented, with integrity and a client-focused approach
Benefits:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working available following probation
- Company pension scheme and death-in-service benefit
- Employee assistance programme and 24/7 online GP service
- Private healthcare and healthcare cash plan for you and your family
- Salary sacrifice EV car scheme
- Opportunities to purchase additional holidays
- “Recommend a friend” reward scheme
- Access to My Rewards discounts
This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded leader to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and growing business.