Are you a commercially driven professional with a passion for delivering high-impact construction projects?

Then this maybe the role for you.

Orion Group are working with a Tier 1 contractor to source a Commercial Manager, who will play a pivotal role in one of Scotland’s most exciting new commercial developments.

Initially based from our clients prestigious Glasgow based office or Inverness, you’ll lead commercial activities during the tender and pre-construction phase. Upon contract award, you’ll transition to a site-based role in 2027 where you’ll manage the commercial delivery of the project on the ground in the Highlands. The preference would be for you to be on site full time, however flexibility is provided to work a combination of site / Office to attend Site regularly.


What you'll be doing

• Lead the commercial strategy for the project from tender to completion

• Prepare and review estimates, tender submissions, and contract negotiations

• Drive financial performance, cost control, and value engineering initiatives

• Manage risk, procurement, supply chain relationships, and commercial reporting

• Act as a mentor and leader to commercial staff, championing professional development

• Ensure compliance with governance, GMCEs, and Businesses Cultural Framework

Who we're looking for

• A qualified Commercial Manager with a BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)

• Membership of RICS, ICES, or CIOB (or working towards)

• Proven experience in structures-focused roles within the construction sector

• Skilled in managing commercial teams, contract negotiations, and cost reporting

• Strong understanding of NEC contracts, procurement strategies, and digital tools

Whats in it for you

• Opportunity to lead Commercial activity on a £137m Project

• Excellent package including vehicle / car allowance, Share incentives, recognition schemes

• Career development

Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.