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Building a sustainable tomorrow The Ferrovial BAM Joint Venture (FBJV) has been awarded the contracts to deliver one of the most significant infrastructure programmes in Europe - the HS2 Track Systems contract.
Spanning 140 miles between Old Oak Common and Birmingham Curzon Street, the project will deliver the design, installation and commissioning of high-speed track infrastructure capable of supporting speeds of up to 360 km/h (225 mph). This includes approximately 280 miles of track, alongside complex logistics, systems integration, and testing and commissioning responsibilities.
Lot 3 represents a critical section of the route into Birmingham, placing you at the heart of a nationally significant programme that will transform connectivity, capacity and economic growth across the UK. Working within a collaborative Rail Systems Alliance, FBJV brings together world‑class expertise from BAM and Ferrovial-building on a proven track record spanning Crossrail, HS2 enabling works and main works, and the Silvertown Tunnel.
We are seeking an exceptional Project Commercial Director to lead the commercial strategy and delivery for Lot 3, a major and complex section of the HS2 Track Systems programme. This is a career-defining leadership role, offering the opportunity to shape commercial outcomes on a multi-hundred-million-pound infrastructure project, operating at the forefront of the UK's transport transformation.
You will play a pivotal role in:
Driving commercial performance and value across the full project lifecycle
Leading and developing a high-performing commercial team
Ensuring robust contract management, risk mitigation and financial control
Influencing strategic decision‑making within a high‑profile joint venture environment
Building collaborative relationships across the Alliance to deliver shared success
Your team
Candidates will be based in HS2's Birmingham office and may be required to visit client offices in London, located near Euston Station on occasion.
We recognise the importance of flexibility and will consider flexible working arrangements following an initial team integration period on an individual basis, reviewing requests in line with project needs and BAM's Flexible working policy.
Making Possible As Project Commercial Director, you will be responsible for the following:
Provide strategic commercial leadership for Lot 3, aligning with overall FBJV and HS2 objectives
Lead all commercial activities including procurement, cost management, change control, and contract administration
Maximise value and minimise risk through proactive commercial management and governance
Partner with project leadership to drive performance, programme certainty and successful delivery
Manage key stakeholder relationships including HS2 Ltd, supply chain partners and JV stakeholders
Promote a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned to alliance principles
What do you bring to the role? We are looking for a commercially astute leader with the credibility and experience to operate at senior level within a major infrastructure environment.
You will bring:
Significant experience delivering large-scale infrastructure projects (typically £300m+)
A strong track record in commercial leadership roles on complex, multidisciplinary programmes
Excellent knowledge of contract forms (e.g. NEC) and commercial best practice
Experience in joint venture or alliance environments (desirable but not essential)
Outstanding leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
The ability to influence at executive level and drive high-performing teams
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary
A wide range of family‑friendly policies
Company car/car allowance/travel allowance
8 % matched pension contributions
Private healthcare
Life assurance
26 days holiday
2 wellbeing days
1 volunteering day
Personal and professional development
About BAM Building a sustainable tomorrow. That's our mission and our promise at BAM. It's how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.
We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We're on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.
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