At Sapphire Balconies, we’re a fast-paced, forward-thinking team that delivers high-quality, innovative building solutions. We believe work should be purposeful and supportive. Our team lives by these 5 values:
Deliver – We do what we say we’ll do
Initiative – We encourage everyone to use their initiative
Appreciation – We show appreciation for both performance and commitment
Learn – We stop to learn lessons and have the courage to change
Support – We support others to avoid blame
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to join our team and play a key role in protecting our commercial interests while driving successful project outcomes.
Reporting throughout the full project lifecycle from bid stage through to final account you'll provide commercial leadership, manage contractual risk, maximise profitability, and build strong relationships with customers, contractors and internal stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment where commercial expertise directly contributes to business success.
What You'll Be Doing
As our Commercial Manager, you will:
- Lead the commercial delivery of projects from pre-contract through to completion.
- Attend customer meetings, project reviews and commercial negotiations.
- Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximise profitability and minimise risk.
- Manage contract negotiations, variations, claims and final accounts.
- Monitor project budgets, cash flow and payment applications.
- Identify, assess and manage commercial risks throughout the project lifecycle.
- Review contracts to ensure compliance with commercial and legal requirements.
- Prepare and present commercial reports, forecasts and recommendations to senior management.
- Support Contract Managers and Finance teams with valuations, applications for payment and dispute resolution.
- Maintain accurate commercial records, risk registers and supporting documentation.
- Ensure contractual obligations are met while maintaining strong customer relationships.
- Escalate commercial issues where appropriate and recommend practical solutions.
- Promote best practice commercial governance across projects.
What We're Looking For
You'll be an experienced commercial professional with excellent contractual knowledge and strong stakeholder management skills.
You'll also have:
- Previous experience as a Commercial Manager, Quantity Surveyor or Senior Quantity Surveyor.
- Strong knowledge of construction contracts, including JCT, DDM and NEC forms of contract.
- A proven ability to negotiate effectively and achieve commercially beneficial outcomes.
- Excellent commercial awareness and financial acumen.
- Experience managing project budgets, cash flow and profitability.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with sound commercial judgement.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Confidence presenting commercial information and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach.
What's in it for you?
We’re building more than just projects — we’re building a culture where people feel supported, appreciated, and excited to show up every day.
- Company Vehicle Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
- Discretionary Bonus Scheme
- Pension Contribution
- Private Health Care (Optional After Probation)
- 24 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Holiday Buy & Sell (Optional)
- Hybrid Working Model
- Onsite Lunch
- Free Parking
- Training & Development Opportunities
- On Site EV Chargers
- Employee Recognition Programme
Ready to Get Started?
If this sounds like your kind of role and your kind of team, hit Apply Now with your CV and a short note telling us why you’re excited to join.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company car
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Private medical insurance
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Reading RG2 0LU: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- What is your current or most recent salary, and what are your salary requirements for your new position?
Experience:
- Construction: 4 years (required)
- Commercial Manager: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Right to work in the UK without sponsorship (required)
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Reading RG2 0LU
