Associate Director - Senior Commercial Manager

Associate Director - Senior Commercial Manager

• Associate Director level
• Atlanta, Georgia or surrounding states
• Permeant, full time with hybrid working

We’re not just a construction consultancy; we’re a catalyst for change. Since 1875, Gleeds has been bringing to life new ideas and bold visions for the built environment. In a world that’s evolving at pace, we’re continually connecting people, places, ideas, and possibilities, making every day another step toward a better future.

We don’t simply work for our clients; we partner with value‑driven organisations who share our ambition for a connected, resilient, and sustainable future. We integrate seamlessly into their teams, acting as genuine collaborators rather than external consultants.

With more than 76 offices worldwide, you’ll join a truly global network that thrives on diverse perspectives and strong relationships. Wherever we operate, we are committed to the success of our people, clients, and communities, creating safer, more sustainable places to live, work, and thrive.

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in a supportive culture that empowers you to make an impact, build meaningful connections, and shape the future of our industry. Here, you can steer your own journey while contributing to a legacy built on trust, expertise, and purpose.

This role is central to strengthening our commercial capability and ensuring the highest standards of delivery across major programmes. You will work closely with the Commercial Director, acting as a key partner in driving commercial strategy, leading client engagements, and ensuring consistent excellence across all cost and commercial activities.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior commercial professional ready to take the next step in a fast‑growing region with global visibility.

Key Responsibilities

As Associate Director, you will provide strategic leadership across all commercial and cost management activities, including:

• Work closely with the Commercial Director to implement commercial strategy, governance, and best practice across the US region.
• Provide senior‑level commercial insight to support decision‑making and programme direction.
  
• Deputise for the Commercial Director when required, ensuring continuity of leadership.
  
• Lead cost management and commercial delivery on major programmes, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and client confidence.
  
• Oversee procurement processes, including vendor prequalification, bid assessments, bid levelling, and contract recommendations.
  
• Prepare and present detailed estimates, value engineering options, and commercial risk assessments.
  
• Validate vendor pricing using benchmarking, market intelligence, and robust challenge.
  
• Lead cost reporting frameworks, including forecasting, budget tracking, and commercial risk registers.
  
• Present commercial updates to clients and internal leadership with clarity and confidence.
  
• Manage payment applications, change orders, and contractual entitlements, ensuring compliance and dispute avoidance.
• Ensure all commercial outputs meet Gleeds’ high standards of quality, accuracy, and professionalism.
  
• Mentor and support junior team members, contributing to capability development across the region.
  
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to training materials and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
• Oversee the use of bid analysis sheets, change control documentation, estimating tools, and take‑off software to ensure consistent, high‑quality outputs
  

We are looking for a senior commercial leader who brings:

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, cost management, quantity surveying, engineering, or a related field.
• Substantial experience and knowledge in commercial management, cost management, or quantity surveying within the construction industry.
• Proven experience leading commercial functions on medium to large‑scale programmes.
• Strong understanding of procurement routes, value management, and value engineering.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence in client‑facing environments.
  
• Experience with estimating tools and cost management software.
• A collaborative leadership style and the ability to influence at senior levels.