Housing Commercial Manager

About the role

We are looking for a commercially focused Housing Commercial Manager to lead the financial and contractual oversight of large‑scale housing maintenance and compliance contracts. The role sits within a fast‑paced property environment and supports the strategic delivery of value for money across a portfolio worth over £50 million annually.

Key responsibilities

• Manage commercial and financial performance of housing maintenance and compliance contracts exceeding £50 m per year.
• Oversee JCT Measured Term Contract processes, including application reviews, certificate issuance, and pay‑less notices.
• Chair monthly commercial review meetings and challenge contractor submissions as needed.
• Monitor budgets, expenditures and forecasts, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
• Apply performance‑related payment deductions in line with contractual frameworks.
• Support budget planning, annual contract reviews and long‑term financial forecasting.
• Develop and improve financial systems, controls and operational processes.
• Promote Open Book accounting principles and raise financial awareness across operational teams.

Required profile

• AAT qualification with significant post‑qualification finance experience.
• Proven experience managing contract finances within social housing or construction.
• Strong knowledge of JCT Measured Term Contracts.
• Experience with Open Book accounting.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills to explain financial information to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Membership of RICS, CIH or an equivalent professional body is desirable.

Required skills

• AAT qualification
• JCT Measured Term Contracts
• Open Book accounting
• Advanced MS Excel