Company Description MBH Design Studio is a fast-growing multidisciplinary consultancy delivering architecture, project management, quantity surveying, principal designer and engineering services across the commercial, roadside retail, EV infrastructure and development sectors.
As we continue to grow, we’re investing heavily in our Commercial function, introducing new delivery systems, stronger governance and industry-leading quality standards.
We’re looking for an ambitious Commercial Manager to play a key role in that journey.
It’s an opportunity to help build a high-performing commercial team, influence how the business operates and work directly with senior leadership to shape the future of MBH.
The Role
You’ll lead the commercial delivery of projects from feasibility through to completion, providing commercial leadership across a diverse portfolio of commercial, retail and EV infrastructure projects.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the commercial management of multiple projects from inception to final account.
- Preparing cost plans, Bills of Quantities, tender documentation and procurement strategies.
- Managing competitive tender processes and negotiating with contractors.
- Reviewing tender returns and preparing commercial recommendations for clients.
- Managing project budgets, cost reporting, variations and commercial risk.
- Building trusted relationships with clients, contractors and project teams.
- Mentoring and developing junior members of the commercial team.
- Driving continuous improvement across commercial systems, governance and quality assurance.
- Supporting the development of new digital processes and technologies that will shape the future of our business.
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines strong commercial knowledge with leadership and ambition.
You’ll have:
- Proven experience leading the commercial delivery of construction projects.
- Consultancy, contractor or infrastructure experience.
- Strong knowledge of procurement, contracts and commercial management.
- Excellent commercial judgement and negotiation skills.
- The ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
- Strong communication and client-facing skills.
- Advanced Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.
- MRICS (preferred) or working towards chartership.
Experience in EV infrastructure, roadside retail or commercial development would be advantageous but is not essential.
Why MBH?
This is an opportunity to join a business that is evolving rapidly.
You’ll work directly with the senior leadership team, influence how our commercial function develops and help establish the systems, standards and processes that will support the next phase of our growth.
In return, you’ll benefit from:
- Career progression into senior leadership.
- The opportunity to shape a growing commercial function.
- Exposure to nationally recognised clients and complex projects.
- A collaborative and ambitious team environment.
- Performance-related bonus and long-term career development.
If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact, influence the direction of a growing consultancy and help build one of the strongest commercial teams in the sector, we’d love to hear from you.
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