Bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or related field
Substantial experience in commercial management or quantity surveying within construction
Proven record of leading commercial functions on medium to large-scale programmes
Strong grasp of procurement routes and value management
Excellent communication skills in client-facing situations
Familiarity with estimating tools and cost management software
Collaborative leadership style with ability to influence senior-level stakeholders
Responsibilities
Work with the Commercial Director to execute commercial strategy and best practices regionally
Provide senior commercial insight to guide decision-making
Deputise for the Commercial Director to ensure leadership continuity
Lead cost management and delivery on major programmes for client confidence
Oversee procurement processes, including vendor assessments and contract recommendations
Prepare and present estimates and commercial risk assessments
Lead cost reporting frameworks and track budgets for accuracy
Benefits
Permanent, full-time position
Hybrid working model
Opportunity for significant career growth in a fast-growing region
Global visibility within the organization
Role that includes mentoring and developing junior team members
Full Job Description
Associate Director - Senior Commercial Manager
Associate Director level
Atlanta, Georgia or surrounding states
Permeant, full time with hybrid working
Gleeds US is experiencing significant growth across data centres, advanced manufacturing, mission critical facilities, and large-scale commercial programmes. To support this expansion, we are seeking an Associate Director - Senior Commercial Manager to join our team in the United States, ideally based in Atlanta (or within 1-2 hours' travel).
This role is central to strengthening our commercial capability and ensuring the highest standards of delivery across major programmes. You will work closely with the Commercial Director, acting as a key partner in driving commercial strategy, leading client engagements, and ensuring consistent excellence across all cost and commercial activities.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior commercial professional ready to take the next step in a fast-growing region with global visibility.
Key Responsibilities
As Associate Director, you will provide strategic leadership across all commercial and cost management activities, including:
Work closely with the Commercial Director to implement commercial strategy, governance, and best practice across the US region.
Provide senior-level commercial insight to support decision-making and programme direction.
Deputise for the Commercial Director when required, ensuring continuity of leadership.
Lead cost management and commercial delivery on major programmes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and client confidence.
Oversee procurement processes, including vendor prequalification, bid assessments, bid levelling, and contract recommendations.
Prepare and present detailed estimates, value engineering options, and commercial risk assessments.
Validate vendor pricing using benchmarking, market intelligence, and robust challenge.
Lead cost reporting frameworks, including forecasting, budget tracking, and commercial risk registers.
Present commercial updates to clients and internal leadership with clarity and confidence.
Manage payment applications, change orders, and contractual entitlements, ensuring compliance and dispute avoidance.
Ensure all commercial outputs meet Gleeds' high standards of quality, accuracy, and professionalism.
Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to capability development across the region.
Capture lessons learned and contribute to training materials and continuous improvement initiatives.
Oversee the use of bid analysis sheets, change control documentation, estimating tools, and take-off software to ensure consistent, high-quality outputs
We are looking for a senior commercial leader who brings:
A bachelor's degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
Substantial experience and knowledge in commercial management, cost management, or quantity surveying within the construction industry.
Proven experience leading commercial functions on medium to large-scale programmes.
Strong understanding of procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
Excellent communication skills and confidence in client-facing environments.
Experience with estimating tools and cost management software.
A collaborative leadership style and the ability to influence at senior levels.
