A well-established, privately-owned main contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager to join its growing North East regional team based in Durham.

With recent success securing places on the Department for Education (DfE) frameworks, alongside a strong pipeline of projects in housing schemes, high-rise residential developments, and industrial units, this is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and driving the commercial function for the region.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you will guide the commercial strategy, mentor the existing team, and help build the North East division into a market leader. For the right individual, there is a genuine opportunity to progress into a Commercial Director role for the region.

The Role

• Lead the commercial function across a diverse portfolio of projects including education, housing, high-rise apartments, and industrial sheds.

• Take a hands-on approach, working closely with project teams to ensure commercial success.

• Build and strengthen the commercial team, mentoring and developing existing staff.

• Provide robust commercial guidance to ensure projects are delivered on budget and to the highest standards.

• Work closely with senior leadership, with a clear progression path to Commercial Director for the North East region.

What We''re Looking For



Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor working for a Main Contractor.

• Familiarity with JCT/NEC forms of contract.

• Knowledge of current Construction Law.

• Strong track record in commercial management.

• Experience in procurement of subcontractors, measurement and control cycles, certificates and accruals calculations.

• Good knowledge of monthly reporting and earned value analysis.

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work in a team environment, contributing across the business unit.

• Strong management skills with the ability to mentor and lead.

• Self-motivated and able to inspire colleagues to achieve high standards of compliance.

• Good operational planning and time management skills.

Why Join Us?



Competitive Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: -85,000 - -100,000 (depends on experience) + generous package and perks.

• Comprehensive benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing.

Career Growth

• Clear progression route into a Commercial Director role.

• Continuous professional development with learning opportunities to grow your skills.

A People-Centred Approach

• Collaboration, integrity, and long-term partnerships are at the heart of how we work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Benefits Package

• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support), PSA testing, breast cancer awareness sessions.

• Birthday Day Off: Enjoy a discretionary extra day''s holiday for your birthday.

• Annual Leave Purchase Scheme: Buy up to 5 additional holiday days per year.

• Discount Hub: Savings on groceries, tech, holidays, cinema, and more.

• Enhanced Family Friendly Leave: Supportive parental, maternity & paternity packages.

• Ride to Work Scheme: Save up to 47% on a bike & accessories.

• Pension: 5% employer contribution.

• Private Healthcare & Medicash (benefit in kind).

• Life Assurance: Death-in-service cover up to 4x salary (valid to age 70).