Senior Commercial Manager - Building

General information

City/town: London Job field: Business Development External closing date: Sunday, June 14, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6341

Description and requirements

At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society. 

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Commercial Manager to join our high-performing Building Operating Unit in central London. The Senior Commercial Manager will oversee the commercial function of a high-value project upwards of £200 million within the commercial office/mixed use sector.

As a key member of a Project Leadership Team, you will be responsible for managing project finances, contractual obligations and commercial performance. The successful candidate will contribute to major opportunities and delivering value across all phases of project development. 

 What you'll do: 

Act as Commercial lead on a high profile, high value project (£250 million plus), leading on all elements of contract procedures

Oversee the administration of the head contract whilst delegating responsibilities and ensure Skanska fulfil contractual entitlements but limit risk

Lead the commercial team and work with the commercial director (projects) to create the project execution plan

Provide a comprehensive service to address any contractual or commercial issues of the project as part of the Operational Risk Assessment (ORA), supporting strategic tender decisions

Regularly report on commercial data, including forecasting

Work in conjunction with design team advising on budgets and affordability

Ensure the strategy for contracted works is developed and takes into consideration the procurement procedures

What you'll bring to the role:

Significant experience working on major projects (£150 million plus) as the Commercial Lead, ideally within the commercial development/mixed use sector

Experienced in JCT forms of contract

Detailed working knowledge of contract and commercial law

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders (internal and external)

Experience of large and complex claims

MRCIS qualified (highly desirable), Degree or equivalent in relevant commercial subject

What we offer:

24/7 digital GP service for you and your family

Financial wellbeing and employee assistance

Professional development

Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity, dependants and parental bereavement leave)

Inclusion and Diversity 

We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.

Flexible working 

Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore. 

Reasonable adjustments 

Closing date

We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.

If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.