Commercial Manager

Socotec

  • Oxfordshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 14 days ago
Commercial Manager - Fire SafetyAs our company grows and develops, we are ever expanding our teams. We have a great opportunity for a dedicated Commercial Manager to join our Building & Real Estate Division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to drive the commercial strategy and operations of the Fire Safety Practice business, ensuring profitability, sustainability, and growth. This role involves directing business development, bid management, contract negotiations, client relationship management, and financial planning to maximise revenue and margin.This person will unify the approach to multi-disciplinary and framework bids, lead the bidding process and ensure a good quality and compliant submission.The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to the Operations Team
  • Be the direct report for the Operations Manager & Technical Team Leaders (Fire Risk Assessment) (Compartmentation & Fire Doors)
  • Develop and implement commercial strategies in line with company goals and objectives
  • Identify market opportunities and lead strategic initiatives to secure new business in the fire safety sector
  • Direct and oversee bids and tenders from inception to completion
  • Lead in the preparation and negotiation of contracts, ensuring compliance and risk management
  • Monitor and analyse performance metrics to inform commercial decisions and report to the Technical & Operations Director
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders
  • Lead cross-functional teams including finance, sales, marketing, and operations
  • Assist in the development of budgets, forecasts, and strategic reports to support business planning and decision-making
  • Ensure projects and sales align with profitability targets and company standards
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to stay ahead of market developments in fire safety consulting
To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:Qualifications & Experience:Fire safety and construction-related experience required (including consultancy, engineering, QS, bids, project management, commercial)Proven management experience (typically 7+ years) in a commercial, sales, or financial roleStrong understanding of financial principles, budgeting, and contract lawExcellent negotiation, leadership, and communication skillsProficient in MS Office and business management software (e.g., CRM, ERP) Analytical mindset with strategic problem-solving skillsSkills:
  • Advanced commercial acumen and business strategy development
  • Leadership and team management capabilities
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and productive mindset
  • Excellent time management and delegation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
About Structural EngineeringSOCOTEC UK Ltd Fire Division is a leading fire consultancy providing fire risk assessments, compartmentation and integrity surveys, fire safety training, fire door surveys and fire safety advice to some of the UK's largest property portfolios.Our fire safety consultants have a wealth of experience in the industry, and all hold a range of accredited fire safety qualifications with continued professional development. Our consultants have a range of experience assessing different purpose groups and occupancy types, many specialising in specific sectors, and have worked on projects worldwide.What's in it for you?As well as a competitive salary, we can offer you a wide range of benefits including 25 days holiday with the opportunity to buy more, an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition schemes, family friendly support, employee benefits and discounts app, employee assistance programmes, and enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.Why SOCOTEC?Here at SOCOTEC UK, we have over 2,000 colleagues across our divisions delivering world-class services to our customers. We provide an unrivalled range of testing, inspection, and certification services throughout the UK, and we deliver excellence to our customers by recruiting and retaining the very best industry talent. As a commercial manager , you will play a pivotal role in providing these services.We offer transversal career pathways as well as linear pathways, and we will support you in attaining a portfolio career in one place. Not to mention the possibility of working locally, nationally, or globally, in the office or remotely. We are committed to your personal and professional development, and you will be supported in every step of your journey with us. #YouGrowWeGrowThink you've got what it takes to add value to our success? We would love to hear from you and look forward to receiving your application.Building a safer and more sustainable world is the core mission we set out to achieve at SOCOTEC, it is at the heart of everything that we do. We are committed to acting as a key player in society, investing in innovative solutions to ensure social and environmental concerns are at the forefront of all of our business operations.

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