Dowds is a long established, multidisciplinary engineering and construction Building Services Engineering company headquartered in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. Founded in 1978, our expertise spans the full lifecycle of complex-built environments from initial design and systems integration through to installation, commissioning, and handover. Across specific sectors: life science, commercial, education and healthcare. 

Operating at a gold standard for best managed company and investors in people, our vision is to set the standard for excellence, driving progress, responsibility, and lasting impact. While keeping our clients and our people at the heart of what we do.  

We are seeking

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join our Facilities Management team in Scotland. This role will take commercial responsibility for a diverse portfolio of small works, minor projects, and FM contracts, supporting operational teams to deliver well‑controlled, profitable, and compliant outcomes.

Working closely with Operations and Project Managers, you’ll oversee cost control, commercial reporting, and contract governance across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring strong financial performance while maintaining excellent client relationships.

What you’ll be responsible for 

• Take commercial ownership of a portfolio of small projects and FM works from award through to close‑out

• Prepare, manage, and report cost plans, forecasts, and final accounts

• Monitor margins, cash flow, and commercial risk across multiple live contracts

• Manage variations, applications for payment, and change control processes

• Support operational teams with commercial advice and challenge, ensuring best practice is followed

• Ensure compliance with contractual, financial, and governance requirements

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders

• Contribute to continuous improvement of commercial processes within the FM business

What we are looking for 

Essential

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager, Senior QS, or Commercial Lead role within Facilities Management, building services, or construction

• Strong understanding of commercial control across multiple small or fast‑turnaround projects

• Experience managing change, variations, and financial reporting across live contracts

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively with operational teams

• High level of commercial awareness and attention to detail

Desirable 

• Experience working within FM, hard services, or minor works environments

• Familiarity with NEC and/or JCT contracts

• Relevant commercial qualification (e.g. QS, Commercial Management, or Construction‑related degree)

Why Join Dowds 

• 41 Days Holiday

• Early Finish Fridays

• Private Medical

• Bonus

• Wellbeing Initiatives 

• Pension

• Plus, many more

Dowds is an Equal Opportunities Employer