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Commercial Manager<\/strong><\/h1>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/publicleadersappointments.com\/cornwallhousing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Commercial-Manager-working.jpg” title_text=”Mature Man Reviewing And Signing Domestic Finances And Investment Paperwork In Kitchen At Home” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”6px||6px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#cce9e9″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px|15px|25px|25px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.6em” custom_padding=”||0px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Location:<\/strong> Cornwall | Hybrid working
Salary: <\/strong>\u00a356,197
Closing date: <\/strong>Midday 24 November 2026
Interviews (in person): <\/strong>9 December 2026<\/p>\n

Leading and developing Cornwall Housing\u2019s commercial capability, including its quantity surveying function.<\/b><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”#apply” button_text=”Apply now!” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_border_color=”#000000″ button_icon=”\uf35a||fa||400″ button_icon_color=”#ed8b00″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” transform_styles__hover_enabled=”on|hover” transform_scale__hover=”110%|110%” transform_scale__hover_enabled=”on|hover” transform_translate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_rotate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_skew__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_origin__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/publicleadersappointments.com\/cornwallhousing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/CHL-Saltash-Development-500px.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”30px||||false|false” custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]

About this opportunity<\/span><\/h2>\n

Cornwall Housing manages and maintains around 10,200 council homes on behalf of Cornwall Council. On 1st October 2026, the Council announced a C2 grading following an inspection by the Regulator of Social Housing. Cornwall Housing\u2019s services formed a significant part of that inspection, which recognised progress in resident safety, engagement and investment in homes, alongside areas for further improvement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Building on this progress, we have created a Commercial Manager role to strengthen how we manage the cost, performance and value of our property services contracts. You will help ensure that sound commercial decisions support reliable services, effective investment and better outcomes for residents.<\/span><\/p>\n

You will be our senior commercial lead across repairs, voids, planned maintenance, capital works, adaptations and other property contracts. Leading our quantity surveying and commercial support capability, you will oversee cost control, forecasting, contract variations, commercial risk and assurance. You will work closely with operational leaders and contractors to understand what the figures reveal, challenge performance constructively and turn that insight into better delivery.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are seeking someone with strong commercial management and cost control experience gained through housing, construction, property services or a related field. You will have managed substantial contracts and mixed delivery arrangements, and be comfortable interpreting contractual obligations, resolving issues and advising senior colleagues. Experience of procurement and retendering matters, but the heart of this role is commercial assurance and contract performance.<\/span><\/p>\n

You will combine analytical strength with the ability to explain complex information clearly and work well with people across different functions. You will know that value for money means more than the lowest price: it means making sound decisions about cost, quality, capacity and the service residents receive.<\/span><\/p>\n

The role follows Cornwall Housing\u2019s hybrid working model and involves regular travel and attendance at face-to-face meetings.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”rgba(166,31,255,0.13)” custom_padding=”30px|20px|30px|20px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||4px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Full job brief<\/strong><\/h3>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/publicleadersappointments.com\/cornwallhousing\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/10\/Commercial_Manager_RP.pdf” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Download here” button_alignment=”left” _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_border_color=”#000000″ button_icon=”\uf35a||fa||400″ button_icon_color=”#ed8b00″ custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” transform_styles__hover_enabled=”on|hover” transform_scale__hover=”110%|110%” transform_scale__hover_enabled=”on|hover” transform_translate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_rotate__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_skew__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” transform_origin__hover_enabled=”on|desktop”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.9″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Equal opportunities<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As part of Public Leaders Appointments\u2019 commitment to inclusive recruitment, we invite candidates to complete a short, confidential equality monitoring questionnaire. Participation is voluntary and the information is kept separate from the selection process. It is used only for anonymised reporting and to help us evaluate the reach and inclusivity of our recruitment work.<\/p>\n

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How to Apply<\/h2>\n

If you are interested in this opportunity, we strongly encourage a confidential conversation with Public Leaders Appointments before submitting your application. This is an opportunity to explore the role, Cornwall Housing\u2019s context and the practical expectations in more detail.<\/p>\n

Contact Melissa Stewart, Consultant \u2013 melissa@publicleadersappointments.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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