Commercial Manager

VINCI Facilities is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial and financial management of a high-profile, multi-site Welsh Government and Swansea University FM contract. This role will take full responsibility for commercial performance across a diverse portfolio delivering cleaning, soft FM, and security services, ensuring robust financial control, contractual compliance, and strong stakeholder engagement. The successful candidate will be a key member of the contract leadership team, driving value, managing risk, and supporting operational excellence across a complex £11m annual contract., As Commercial Manager, you will take ownership of the commercial performance of a high-profile contract portfolio, driving financial success, managing risk, and building strong client and stakeholder relationships.,

• Leading all commercial and financial activities across the contract portfolio, ensuring strong governance, profitability, and contractual compliance.
• Managing commercial relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and subcontractors, acting as the primary point of contact for commercial matters.
• Delivering effective cost control, budget management, forecasting, and margin protection to achieve financial objectives.
• Overseeing payment applications, valuations, change control, variations, compensation events, and claims management.
• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks while maximising opportunities throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Producing accurate month-end financial reports and commercial insights using SAP-based systems and advanced data analysis tools.
• Developing and maintaining robust commercial records, including cashflow forecasts, cost reporting, change registers, and performance data.
• Providing timely and insightful commercial reporting to senior stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.
• Supporting procurement and supply chain strategies through contract negotiations, performance management, and value engineering initiatives.
• Building strong partnerships with operational teams to ensure commercial objectives are aligned with service delivery and contract performance.
• Leading, mentoring, and developing commercial team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and commercial best practice.
• Championing high standards of commercial management and maintaining up-to-date industry knowledge through ongoing professional development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute leader who thrives in a complex operational environment and is passionate about delivering value, driving performance, and building lasting client relationships.


• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within FM, construction, or services-based contracts.
• Experience managing contracts of significant value and complexity (preferably £5m+).
• Strong understanding of facilities management contracts, particularly soft services (cleaning/security desirable).
• Demonstrable experience with:
• Cost management and forecasting
• Contract administration and change management
• Financial reporting and SAP or similar systems
Skills & Competencies
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent analytical capability
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a complex portfolio
• Strong attention to detail and governance
• Effective leadership and team development capability