via Reed · 21 September 2026 ·7 days ago

Commercial Manager - Refurb & Retrofit

Howells Recruitment
Leicester Full-time GBP 80,000 – 90,000
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Regional Commercial Manager - Social Housing Refurb & Decarbonisation
£80-90K + Car / Allowance + Bonus + Benefits
West & East Midlands

We are working with a leading regeneration contractor to recruit a Commercial Manager to deliver a portfolio of planned maintenance and decarbonisationprojects across the Midlands for Housing Associations and Local Councils.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will play a crucial role in driving the commercial strategy across the region. Your responsibilities will encompass procurement, risk management, pre and post-contract activities, margin enhancement, and fostering a culture of people development across the commercial team.

You will oversee all commercial operations for your contracts, collaborating with an experienced team to deliver outstanding results. Travel across sites in Leicestershire, Warwickshire and Cambridgeshire is required with this role.

Commercial Manager Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the commercial activity across multiple social housing contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

  • Managing project P&L, forecasts, valuations, and reporting to consistently achieve or exceed financial objectives.

  • Partnering with operational teams to enhance contract performance and maximise client satisfaction.

  • Supporting contract mobilisation, execution, and ongoing improvement initiatives.

  • Championing innovation and identifying opportunities to drive growth, efficiency, and added value.

Commercial Manager Experience:
  • Proven experience in a commercial role with a main contractor delivering similar projects.

  • Strong understanding of TPC, JCT, or NEC contract

  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills

Commercial Manager Salary & Benefits:
  • Base salary up to £90,000

  • Performance-related bonus

  • Influence and autonomy within a growing business

  • Clear path for progression

To succeed in this role, you will need to demonstrate strong communication skills, excellent leadership capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. You should be able to drive profitable results while inspiring and developing a high-performing team. Previous experience in social housing/property services projects across multiple sites is essential.

For a chance of securing this role, please apply online now or contact Bianca on for more information.

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