Senior Commercial Director
- Location: Dublin Northwest
- Package: Excellent Salary + Bonus + Pension + Private medical insurance + car + Long-term equity potential
Help Shape One of Ireland’s Leading Electrical Contracting Businesses
About Us
J. Vaughan Electrical Contractors Ltd is one of Irelands most trusted Electrical Contractors involved in delivering some of the most prestigious electrical contracts. The business was established in 1979 and has earned an enviable reputation for quality, delivery, trusted client relationships and commercial performance. The company has a unique culture where every employee matters and contributes to our success. As it enters the next phase we are seeking an exceptional Senior Commercial Director to join our senior executive leadership board.
This is a strategic leadership role, working closely with the Chairman & CEO to shape the future of the business. You will ensure every project delivers maximum commercial value. lead our commercial strategy, drive innovation, and elevate our delivery capability as we grow & scale.
You should be ready to make your next move into a senior director role seeking a seat at the executive board. The sky is the only limit for the right person including future shareholding and a key say in the strategy of the business moving forward.
The Opportunity
You will lead the commercial function across the business, ensuring strong contract management, disciplined governance, healthy cash flow and sustainable profitability.
Working alongside Operations, Finance and Business Development, you will influence key decisions, strengthen commercial performance and develop a high-performing team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, mentor and develop the QS and commercial team
· Negotiate major contracts and commercial agreements utilising your strong influencing skills and industry knowledge
- Embed clear standards, structured processes and a culture of accountability
- Support the Board in building a scalable, professional commercial function
- Implement strong processes across bidding, procurement, cost control and forecasting
- Drive effective risk management and continuous improvement
- Lead monthly CVRs, forecasting and commercial reviews
- Strengthen commercial awareness across Operations
- Oversee valuations, payments and commercial controls
- Build long‑term, value‑driven supply chain partnerships
- Ensure accurate commercial data in monthly accounts
- Present performance, risks and opportunities to the Board
- Support strategic growth and new market opportunities
● Coach and develop future commercial leaders.
About You
We are looking for a proven commercial leader with strong business judgement and the confidence to operate at executive level.
You will ideally have:
· Ten years QS experience (ideally in construction industry)
· Experience leading large commercial teams and complex projects.
· Implement strong processes across bidding, procurement, cost control and forecasting
· Strong knowledge of contract and construction law
· Excellent financial and commercial acumen with a strong eye for the bottom line
· Excellent negotiation and relationship-building skills.
· The personality to challenge, influence and support senior stakeholders.
· Board‑level communication and stakeholder management skills
· High numerical, analytical and organisational capability
· Flexible and adaptable with a friendly personality, able to form collaborative relationships in a respectful family led work environment
· Strong emotional intelligence with executive presence
Highly Desirable
· Main contractor experience
· Track record improving profitability and forecasting accuracy
· Experience scaling commercial operations in a growing mid tier contractor
Why Join Us?
This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of a successful and ambitious business.
You will join a senior leadership team focused on excellence, innovation and continuous improvement, with the freedom to influence strategy, build capability and leave a lasting legacy.
If you are ready to make a real impact in a business with serious ambition and potential for future equity, we would love to hear from you. Please email us at [email protected] to share your CV and outline why this role may be a fit for you. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.
Candidates must be fluent in English and have all necessary employment permits. Only applicants who have these requirements will be considered and replied to.
Pay: From €150,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
