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Marble Talent Group is proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) services contractor for an experienced Commercial Manager to join their Surrey team.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in M&E contracting, with proven expertise in both pre-contract negotiations and the commercial management of high-value, fast-track projects. This is a senior-level position requiring confidence, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage multi-million-pound schemes from inception to completion, ensuring contract compliance and optimal commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

You’ll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, contributing to landmark developments—from residential care villages and hotels to cutting-edge, innovative projects. As Commercial Manager, you’ll be involved from the earliest stages of design through to final account agreement.

Responsibilities include:

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Leading commercial input during the design stage and supporting tender bid submissions, including the Absolute Maximum Price (AMP) for construction.

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Liaising with subcontractors and suppliers in the pre-construction phase to ensure alignment with commercial objectives.

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Collaborating with design, estimating, and pre-construction teams to maintain robust commercial control.

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Reviewing and negotiating contract terms with clients, supported by senior leadership.

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Procuring and managing specialist subcontractors through comprehensive subcontract agreements.

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Preparing and submitting interim valuations in accordance with contract terms.

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Managing contract variations with both clients and subcontractors.

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Issuing timely and accurate payment notices to subcontractors.

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Managing upstream and downstream final account settlements.

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Delivering monthly financial reports in line with company requirements.

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Monitoring project programmes to ensure compliance with contract conditions, including issuance of required notices.

About You
We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds with a genuine passion for the M&E industry. Whether you're advancing your career or bringing a fresh perspective, you'll be joining one of the most established M&E businesses in the region.

We’re looking for someone who demonstrates:

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Excellent communication and negotiation skills

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A high level of personal motivation and professionalism

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Strong commercial insight and decision-making ability

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A collaborative mindset, supporting both project teams and peers

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Capability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

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An engaging and confident personality, comfortable dealing with clients and design teams

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Flexibility and adaptability to meet the demands of a fast-paced, varied role

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A proactive, entrepreneurial approach with a focus on delivering value

About Marble Talent

As engineering recruitment specialists, we pride ourselves on the ability to turn aspiring candidates at the beginning, middle or towards the end of their engineering careers into successful, professional engineers place at the right companies. We are interested in people from all walks of life, as long as they have the passion to succeed in engineering. Our goal is to become the recruiter of choice for UK engineering companies. We will do this by continuing to deliver a first-class service for both clients and candidates