Required Skills
JCT contracts
NEC Contracts
Structual Steel
Construction
Job Summary
Modus Careers is partnering with a leading structural steel contractor to appoint a Commercial Manager who can take full ownership of the commercial function and help drive the business through its next phase of growth.
With 12–13 projects currently live and more already secured, the business is fully booked through to the end of 2026. Their long-standing client relationships continue to generate repeat opportunities, and with recent senior hires already strengthening operational delivery, the focus is now on embedding commercial leadership at the top.
What’s on Offer
- Highly competitive package, with salary and benefits tailored to experience and value brought.
- Flexibility: typically 3 days per week on London project sites, with the remaining time split between home and the company’s HQ in Haverhill.
- Security: projects secured through to 2026, ensuring stability and opportunity.
- A pivotal role at a defining stage of growth, with the chance to make a lasting impact on the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Take full commercial responsibility for large-scale structural steel projects, from inception through to final account.
- Prepare, manage, and negotiate budgets, forecasts, and cost plans to maximise profitability.
- Administer JCT & NEC contracts, including valuations, variations, change control, and dispute resolution where required.
- Lead subcontractor procurement, tendering, and applications for payment, ensuring robust but fair terms.
- Deliver accurate cost reporting, cash flow forecasts, and monthly valuations to senior leadership.
- Partner with project managers and site teams to monitor progress, assess risks, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners, maintaining a reputation for collaboration and delivery.
- Contribute to long-term commercial strategies and support wider business planning as the company scales.
Requirements
- Proven track record in commercial management or senior quantity surveying within structural steel construction and fabrication.
- Experience managing projects valued at £10M+, with demonstrable success in cost and contract management.
- Strong knowledge of JCT and NEC contracts, with confidence in handling variations and change processes.
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to present financial data clearly.
- Skilled at stakeholder management across clients, consultants, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Commercially focused, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a senior team.
- Adaptable and capable of overseeing multiple live projects simultaneously.
- Ambition to play a key role in shaping the commercial direction of a growing business.
If you’re looking for a senior leadership role where your expertise will directly influence the success and growth of a specialist construction business, this is it.
Company Summary
ATM Steel Group, Haverhill, Suffolk - https://www.atmsteelgroup.com/ + https://www.atmsteelgroup.com/projects
ATM Steel Group is the go-to company for top-tier structural steel erection services. Our expertise extends beyond installation services, as we have expanded to include the fabrication of structural steel, secondary steel, and general fabrication projects since April 2023.
STEEL INSTALLATION
Established in 2011, ATM Steel is the go-to company for top-tier structural steel installation services. Mainly located in and around the City of London but also worldwide, our steel installation projects specialise in multi storey extensions and regenerative projects, working for the likes of William Hare, X Construct, and Mace.
At ATM Steel, we always take the time to communicate with our clients to ensure that we exceed their expectations. Our experienced team specialises in precise and safe structure installation and goes above and beyond to ensure that every client is satisfied with the work we do.
FABRICATION
ATM Fabrication is situated on 2.5 acres of land, with a massive 3500 square meters of indoor space and an additional 4000 square meters of outdoor yard space. It also features large office and welfare facilities. Located in the bustling Haverhill industrial estate, it offers seamless transportation links to the M11 and is just 60 miles away from the heart of London city.
Steel Cutting
Our high-definition plasma cutter is a true powerhouse, with the ability to handle sheet sizes up to 4m x 2m and material thicknesses ranging from 3mm to 25mm via plasma cutting (20mm to 200mm via oxy-fuel cutting). With “Optohole” technology to optimise bolt holes and plasma etching for part marking, this machine is a game-changer. We also provide CAD drawing software, CAM nesting software, and an incredibly efficient extraction/filtration system.
And let’s not forget about our impressive band saw, capable of cutting 12m lengths and sections up to 600mm x 400mm, including angles up to 60°. For specific projects, we even have a dedicated secondary steel band saw. Trust us, when it comes to cutting and shaping metal, we’ve got you covered.
Welding and Fabrication
ATM takes pride in its cutting-edge fleet of 400-amp MIG welder plants, an ironworker that can effortlessly cut, punch, and crop various section sizes, and a robust drill press.
Our machining capabilities will soon reach new heights with the addition of automated drill lines and in-house manufacturing of cold-rolled sections.
Shot Blast & Spray Shop
ATM Fabrications have an in-house shot blast and spray-painting facilities, with the ability to provide galvanised and powder coat finishes to the relevant British standards.
ATM Group has an excellent client base and order book to be envied. They are currently working with large organisations such as Mace, William Hare Group & Lendlease to name a few.
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