Job Title: Commercial & Technical Coordinator – EHS & Construction Safety
Location: London, South East or Midlands (regular client travel required)
Reporting to: Director Level
Works closely with: Heads of Construction S&R and EHS
Purpose of the Role:
This role exists to bring commercial strength, operational consistency and scalable growth capability across the EHS and Construction Safety service lines.
The post holder will consolidate P&L oversight, embed commercial best practice, and support the development of new and existing client relationships, while enabling the two technical Heads of Department to remain focused on delivery excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
Commercial & Financial Leadership:
- Support the integration of two existing P&Ls into one unified commercial framework.
- Develop pricing models, margin tracking, forecasting processes and commercial governance.
- Drive commercial discipline across bid/no-bid, contract terms, and project profitability.
Client Growth & Business Development:
- Identify, shape and pursue new business opportunities across both EHS and Construction Safety.
- Work with client leads to expand existing accounts and strengthen long-term client partnerships.
- Support the creation of value propositions, proposals and tender submissions.
Operational & Systems Improvement:
- Standardise commercial processes, templates, contracting and reporting across both teams.
- Introduce or refine CRM, pipeline tracking and project reporting tools.
- Ensure operational efficiency while supporting sustainable growth.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Act as the commercial partner to the Heads of Construction S&R and EHS, aligning commercial decisions with delivery.
- Influence cross-team behaviours to enhance commercial awareness and accountability.
- Represent the business professionally in client, partner and industry environments.
Experience & Qualifications:
Essential:
- Proven experience in a Commercial Manager / Operations Lead role within consultancy, technical services, construction safety, EHS or related sectors.
- Demonstrable business development capability with a track record of growing accounts and winning work.
- Strong commercial and financial acumen (pricing, forecasting, margin management).
- Ability to influence across teams without direct line management responsibility.
Preferred / Advantageous:
- NEBOSH General Certificate (essential)
- NEBOSH Construction Certificate (highly desirable)
- Strong grounding in EHS, construction safety or safety-led consultancy environments.
- Exposure to service line scaling, P&L consolidation or organisational growth programmes.
- MBA or equivalent business education is appreciated but not required.
Personal Attributes:
- Credible and confident engagement at the senior client and stakeholder level.
- Pragmatic, structured and commercially driven.
- Able to challenge constructively and build trust quickly.
- Comfortable navigating change and ambiguity in a growing business.
Success Indicators (First 12 Months):
- Single consolidated P&L and clear margin visibility.
- Consistent commercial processes are embedded across both teams.
- Strong BD pipeline growth and improved client retention/expansion.
- Measurable uplift in commercial awareness across delivery teams.
Application Process:
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Contact: Elvis Eckardt
