Commercial Director
Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Shropshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£80k - £90k Annual
Full-Time
Commercial Director - Residential Development
Location - Shropshire
Salary/Package - £80,000 - £90,000 per annum plus comprehensive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare, and additional benefits.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer with a strong presence across Shropshire, Mid Wales, and the surrounding regions. Delivering a mixture of private housing, affordable housing, and regeneration-led residential developments, the business has built an excellent reputation for quality, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.
With an exciting pipeline of current and future developments, the company is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead its commercial function and play a key role in shaping the future success of the business.
The Role
As Commercial Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the commercial department, overseeing a team of four commercial professionals. You will be responsible for driving commercial performance, maximising profitability, managing risk, and ensuring the successful delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to project completion and sales.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in business planning, development appraisals, procurement strategy, cost control, and supporting the sales function to achieve business objectives.
As Commercial Director, you will be responsible for:
Leading and developing the commercial team, providing mentorship, support, and strategic direction
Overseeing all commercial activities across multiple residential developments
Managing development appraisals, financial viability assessments, and land acquisition evaluations
Ensuring robust cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes are in place
Driving profitability through effective procurement, value engineering, and cost management strategies
Working closely with land, planning, technical, construction, and sales teams to maximise project performance
Reviewing and approving subcontractor procurement strategies and major contract awards
Managing commercial risk and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Providing regular commercial reports and performance updates to the board and senior management team
Supporting strategic business growth initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Contributing to sales and pricing strategies to ensure developments remain competitive and commercially successful
Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, subcontractors, and external partners
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Commercial Director will have:
Proven experience operating at Commercial Director, Commercial Manager, or Senior Commercial Manager level within an SME housebuilding or residential development business
Strong understanding of residential development, including land acquisition, appraisals, construction costs, and commercial delivery
Previous experience managing and developing commercial teams
Experience working closely with residential sales teams and contributing to pricing and sales strategies
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance profitability, quality, and programme delivery
Excellent knowledge of procurement, contract administration, cost planning, and risk management
Experience within private housing, mixed-tenure developments, and regeneration-led projects would be advantageous
Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach suited to a growing SME environment
Relevant construction, commercial, or surveying qualifications
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £80,000 - £90,000
Attractive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, and healthcare
Opportunity to join a successful and growing residential developer with a strong regional reputation
A genuine leadership role with influence over business strategy and commercial direction
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential and regeneration projects
Long-term career stability and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organisation
Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team with ambitious growth plansThis represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional seeking a leadership position within a dynamic residential development business, where they can influence both the commercial and strategic success of the organisation.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDCOM
Location - Shropshire
Salary/Package - £80,000 - £90,000 per annum plus comprehensive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare, and additional benefits.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer with a strong presence across Shropshire, Mid Wales, and the surrounding regions. Delivering a mixture of private housing, affordable housing, and regeneration-led residential developments, the business has built an excellent reputation for quality, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.
With an exciting pipeline of current and future developments, the company is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead its commercial function and play a key role in shaping the future success of the business.
The Role
As Commercial Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the commercial department, overseeing a team of four commercial professionals. You will be responsible for driving commercial performance, maximising profitability, managing risk, and ensuring the successful delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to project completion and sales.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in business planning, development appraisals, procurement strategy, cost control, and supporting the sales function to achieve business objectives.
As Commercial Director, you will be responsible for:
Leading and developing the commercial team, providing mentorship, support, and strategic direction
Overseeing all commercial activities across multiple residential developments
Managing development appraisals, financial viability assessments, and land acquisition evaluations
Ensuring robust cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes are in place
Driving profitability through effective procurement, value engineering, and cost management strategies
Working closely with land, planning, technical, construction, and sales teams to maximise project performance
Reviewing and approving subcontractor procurement strategies and major contract awards
Managing commercial risk and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Providing regular commercial reports and performance updates to the board and senior management team
Supporting strategic business growth initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Contributing to sales and pricing strategies to ensure developments remain competitive and commercially successful
Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, subcontractors, and external partners
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Commercial Director will have:
Proven experience operating at Commercial Director, Commercial Manager, or Senior Commercial Manager level within an SME housebuilding or residential development business
Strong understanding of residential development, including land acquisition, appraisals, construction costs, and commercial delivery
Previous experience managing and developing commercial teams
Experience working closely with residential sales teams and contributing to pricing and sales strategies
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance profitability, quality, and programme delivery
Excellent knowledge of procurement, contract administration, cost planning, and risk management
Experience within private housing, mixed-tenure developments, and regeneration-led projects would be advantageous
Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach suited to a growing SME environment
Relevant construction, commercial, or surveying qualifications
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £80,000 - £90,000
Attractive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, and healthcare
Opportunity to join a successful and growing residential developer with a strong regional reputation
A genuine leadership role with influence over business strategy and commercial direction
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential and regeneration projects
Long-term career stability and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organisation
Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team with ambitious growth plansThis represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional seeking a leadership position within a dynamic residential development business, where they can influence both the commercial and strategic success of the organisation.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDCOM
Reference: 225253202
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Commercial Director
Posted on Jun 16, 2026 by CV-Library
Shropshire, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£80k - £90k Annual
Full-Time
Commercial Director - Residential Development
Location - Shropshire
Salary/Package - £80,000 - £90,000 per annum plus comprehensive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare, and additional benefits.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer with a strong presence across Shropshire, Mid Wales, and the surrounding regions. Delivering a mixture of private housing, affordable housing, and regeneration-led residential developments, the business has built an excellent reputation for quality, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.
With an exciting pipeline of current and future developments, the company is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead its commercial function and play a key role in shaping the future success of the business.
The Role
As Commercial Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the commercial department, overseeing a team of four commercial professionals. You will be responsible for driving commercial performance, maximising profitability, managing risk, and ensuring the successful delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to project completion and sales.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in business planning, development appraisals, procurement strategy, cost control, and supporting the sales function to achieve business objectives.
As Commercial Director, you will be responsible for:
Leading and developing the commercial team, providing mentorship, support, and strategic direction
Overseeing all commercial activities across multiple residential developments
Managing development appraisals, financial viability assessments, and land acquisition evaluations
Ensuring robust cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes are in place
Driving profitability through effective procurement, value engineering, and cost management strategies
Working closely with land, planning, technical, construction, and sales teams to maximise project performance
Reviewing and approving subcontractor procurement strategies and major contract awards
Managing commercial risk and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Providing regular commercial reports and performance updates to the board and senior management team
Supporting strategic business growth initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Contributing to sales and pricing strategies to ensure developments remain competitive and commercially successful
Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, subcontractors, and external partners
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Commercial Director will have:
Proven experience operating at Commercial Director, Commercial Manager, or Senior Commercial Manager level within an SME housebuilding or residential development business
Strong understanding of residential development, including land acquisition, appraisals, construction costs, and commercial delivery
Previous experience managing and developing commercial teams
Experience working closely with residential sales teams and contributing to pricing and sales strategies
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance profitability, quality, and programme delivery
Excellent knowledge of procurement, contract administration, cost planning, and risk management
Experience within private housing, mixed-tenure developments, and regeneration-led projects would be advantageous
Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach suited to a growing SME environment
Relevant construction, commercial, or surveying qualifications
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £80,000 - £90,000
Attractive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, and healthcare
Opportunity to join a successful and growing residential developer with a strong regional reputation
A genuine leadership role with influence over business strategy and commercial direction
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential and regeneration projects
Long-term career stability and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organisation
Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team with ambitious growth plansThis represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional seeking a leadership position within a dynamic residential development business, where they can influence both the commercial and strategic success of the organisation.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDCOM
Location - Shropshire
Salary/Package - £80,000 - £90,000 per annum plus comprehensive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, healthcare, and additional benefits.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and growing residential developer with a strong presence across Shropshire, Mid Wales, and the surrounding regions. Delivering a mixture of private housing, affordable housing, and regeneration-led residential developments, the business has built an excellent reputation for quality, customer satisfaction, and sustainable growth.
With an exciting pipeline of current and future developments, the company is seeking an experienced Commercial Director to lead its commercial function and play a key role in shaping the future success of the business.
The Role
As Commercial Director, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the commercial department, overseeing a team of four commercial professionals. You will be responsible for driving commercial performance, maximising profitability, managing risk, and ensuring the successful delivery of residential developments from land acquisition through to project completion and sales.
Working closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team, you will play a pivotal role in business planning, development appraisals, procurement strategy, cost control, and supporting the sales function to achieve business objectives.
As Commercial Director, you will be responsible for:
Leading and developing the commercial team, providing mentorship, support, and strategic direction
Overseeing all commercial activities across multiple residential developments
Managing development appraisals, financial viability assessments, and land acquisition evaluations
Ensuring robust cost planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes are in place
Driving profitability through effective procurement, value engineering, and cost management strategies
Working closely with land, planning, technical, construction, and sales teams to maximise project performance
Reviewing and approving subcontractor procurement strategies and major contract awards
Managing commercial risk and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
Providing regular commercial reports and performance updates to the board and senior management team
Supporting strategic business growth initiatives and identifying opportunities to improve operational efficiency
Contributing to sales and pricing strategies to ensure developments remain competitive and commercially successful
Maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, consultants, subcontractors, and external partners
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Commercial Director will have:
Proven experience operating at Commercial Director, Commercial Manager, or Senior Commercial Manager level within an SME housebuilding or residential development business
Strong understanding of residential development, including land acquisition, appraisals, construction costs, and commercial delivery
Previous experience managing and developing commercial teams
Experience working closely with residential sales teams and contributing to pricing and sales strategies
Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance profitability, quality, and programme delivery
Excellent knowledge of procurement, contract administration, cost planning, and risk management
Experience within private housing, mixed-tenure developments, and regeneration-led projects would be advantageous
Exceptional leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, hands-on approach suited to a growing SME environment
Relevant construction, commercial, or surveying qualifications
What's on Offer
Competitive salary of £80,000 - £90,000
Attractive executive package including car allowance, bonus, pension, and healthcare
Opportunity to join a successful and growing residential developer with a strong regional reputation
A genuine leadership role with influence over business strategy and commercial direction
Exposure to a diverse portfolio of residential and regeneration projects
Long-term career stability and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organisation
Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team with ambitious growth plansThis represents an excellent opportunity for an experienced commercial professional seeking a leadership position within a dynamic residential development business, where they can influence both the commercial and strategic success of the organisation.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.
Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.
INDCOM
Reference: 225253202
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