Commercial Manager - NEC Contracts
Manchester / North West
£75,000 - £85,000 + attractive package
Your new company
A well-established and growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Manchester. The business delivers a range of civils, utilities and groundworks projects across the North West and wider UK, working with both public and private sector clients. Known for technical expertise, strong leadership and a collaborative culture, the company continues to expand through repeat business and long-term frameworks.
Your new role
Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager with strong NEC contract experience to lead the commercial function across multiple civil engineering projects. You will play a key role in protecting commercial position, managing risk and driving profitability while working closely with operational and senior leadership teams.
Responsibilities will include:
Managing all commercial and contractual aspects of projects from pre-contract through to final account.
Administration of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change management.
Preparing and agreeing valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
Overseeing cost control, forecasting, cash flow and commercial reporting.
Managing subcontract procurement, negotiation and performance.
Identifying, managing and mitigating commercial risk while maximising value.
Providing accurate commercial reports and updates to senior management.
Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required.
Working collaboratively with project and delivery teams to ensure commercial alignment.
What you will need to succeed:
Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering or infrastructure.
Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and their practical application.
Background in main contracting, civils, utilities or groundworks environments.
Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar (RICS desirable but not essential).
What you get in return:
Competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000.
Attractive benefits package including pension, bonus and annual leave.
Opportunity to work on varied and technically challenging civils projects.
Supportive, professional working environment with clear routes for progression.
Long-term career stability within a growing and respected contractor.
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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