Commercial Director An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Director to join a leading Civil Engineering Contractor based in North London.The Commercial Director will be responsible for providing and developing a high-performing commercial team working closely with the Managing Director and capable of maximising the profitability of the business, analysing and providing accurate and balanced cost reports, and managing risk and benefit. Build strong inter-departmental working relationships and actively contribute to the planning of controlled business growth in both turnover and profit. ResponsibilitiesRecruit, lead, develop and retain a high-performing team of Commercial staffLead the commercial strategy in contract negotiation during the pre-construction phaseReview contracts prior to contract execution including gaining any legal reviews or adviceLead the commercial strategy in project execution and final account close outMaximise the profitability of the business by identifying value opportunities and accurate cost controlEnsure accurate CVR’s are provided monthly where risk and opportunity are understood and actioned in an expedient mannerAssist in end of financial year audits in reconciling commercial informationLead in commercial matters such as Insurances/bonds etcLead the commercial team in project applications, payments, and retention collectionEnsure all contractual issues are identified at the earliest opportunity and addressed in an appropriate manner that balances the protection of the business whilst maintaining existing relationshipsDevelop the commercial team to improve the Nett WIP figures by maximising cash collection and developing appropriate cost control mechanismsEngender an approach of collaborative working across all business disciplinesProactively support business development activitiesSupport the business in the preparation, launch, and administration of new initiativesContribute to future business planning lent towards controlled growth in turnover and profitUndertake other duties commensurate with the level of this positionComply with Company policies & procedures Experience/Knowledge:Experience in successful leadership by leading and managing large teamsSuperior time management abilities and capable of meeting deadlinesUp to date on industry trends, as well as laws and regulationsAbility to build strong relationships with clients and industry contactsStrong commercial awarenessExperience in implementation and execution of StrategyQualifications:Degree in Quantity SurveyingProfessional qualification status (MCIOB/MRICS)