Head of Commercial

Burflex Scaffolding, headquartered in Kingston upon Hull with operations in Leeds and Sheffield, provides high-quality scaffolding services across the North, Midlands, and UK on a project basis. With one of the largest stocks of both traditional tube and fitting scaffold and Layher Allround® system scaffolding, Burflex offers versatile and flexible access solutions for diverse projects. The company is committed to continuous improvement, prioritising customer needs, and upholding the highest Health & Safety standards to achieve zero accidents.

This is a broad all round Commercial Management role taking ownership of the day to day running of the commercial team, House building and Projects Divisions.

• Involvement in the commercial function through all stages – bid, contract, preconstruction, procurement.
• Lead the commercial delivery and post contract activities.
• Monitor performance of commercial activities using key metrics and prepare reports for the board of Directors.
• Provide support to all business development activities in line with company procedures, evaluating risks and opportunities and providing commercial input to highlight risks.
• Ensure all contract documents are thoroughly reviewed and executed prior to project commencement.
• Provide leadership for the commercial team to maximise the potential of the team in line with company standards and values.
• Provide appropriate Health and Safety leadership and direction within the business.
• Ensure all commercial activities are carried out in compliance with procedures and external legislation governing business operations.
• Facilitate regular two-way discussions and reviews with the Operations team, ensuring the team has full knowledge of the completion and financial status of the projects.
• Ensure decisions taken are clearly communicated and that relevant individuals have clear guidance to enable successful outcomes.
• Manage the performance and success of customer relationships and identify opportunities for growth.
• Have responsibility for commercial risk management through review procedures and contract negotiations in line with company policies and procedures.
• Direct and advise on all matters of dispute resolution within your business area.

• Proven experience of working in the Construction section.
• The ability to communicate, influence and challenge at all levels to deliver results.
• Leadership experience, including experience of managing and developing teams.
• Experience of managing a portfolio of projects.
• Experience of working with a main contractor or large subcontractor.
• Experience of commercial processes within large scale projects.
• Have strong interpersonal skills; able to communicate at all levels and across the business.
• Be pro‑active and with a can‑do attitude and able to handle tasks and drive results without close supervision.
• A team player who actively supports others around them but also with the ability to work independently.

• Experience in scaffolding, construction, or related industries is preferred.