Commercial Director - Groundworks & Civils

Our client is a leading groundworks and civil engineering contractor based near Basildon in Essex. They are looking at entering into the residential groundworks market working for leading residential developers in supplying civils and groundworks packages throughout Essex and the surrounding areas.

With a strong reputation for quality and a skilled direct workforce, the company is now looking to expand further into the residential market.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced groundworks professional. As Groundworks Director, you will shape strategy, drive business growth, and develop key client relationships especially within the residential groundworks sector.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and implement strategy
Identify and develop new business opportunities, focusing on residential projects
Build and maintain relationships with national and regional housebuilders
Oversee tendering, pricing, and contract negotiations
Ensure projects are delivered on time and within financial targets About You
Proven experience in groundworks and civil engineering
Strong commercial acumen and client-facing skills
Established network within housebuilding and development sectors
Ambitious and ready for a Director-level role
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skillsKey Responsibilities

Develop and implement the company's strategy
Identify and secure new business opportunities, with a strong focus on residential projects
Build and maintain relationships with national and regional housebuilders
Lead tendering, pricing, and contract negotiations
Ensure projects are delivered on time and within agreed financial targetsAbout You

Strong background in groundworks and civil engineering
Proven commercial leadership and client-facing experience
Well-established network within the housebuilding and development sectors
Ambitious, strategic, and ready for a Director-level role
Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skillsPackage

Substanctial package including share options, bonus and company car

Contact David @ PPM Recruitment on (phone number removed)