Overview
Egis UK is seeking a forward-thinking Commercial Manager to join our expanding team, delivering high-value programmes for water companies and the Environment Agency, with exciting opportunities to support projects in Defence and Nuclear. This is your chance to drive commercial excellence, influence strategic outcomes, and grow your career across some of the UK’s most vital sectors.
Your Role & Impact
Reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead, you’ll be at the heart of our commercial operations—guiding procurement, contract execution, and post-contract delivery across multi-workstream programmes. You’ll collaborate with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and supply chain partners to ensure financial transparency, compliance, and performance. Your leadership will help shape smarter, safer, and more resilient infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Commercial Leadership
* Support work-winning teams by reviewing tender packs and identifying commercial risks
* Translate insights into actionable cost control strategies and delivery plans
* Collaborate with planners, PMs, and client stakeholders to ensure financial clarity
* Oversee contract execution, supplier performance, and risk mitigation
* Ensure compliance with NEC3/4, FIDIC, UK law, and regulatory frameworks
* Guide procurement strategy and contract preparation across all phases
* Foster strong supply chain relationships through performance-based contracts
* Support construction teams in meeting delivery milestones safely and efficiently
* Project & Cost Management
* Contribute to feasibility studies, benchmarking, and value management
* Lead cost planning, estimating, and final cost plan presentation
* Manage post-contract cost variances, valuations, and change control
* Oversee final account negotiation and post-project evaluation
What You Bring
* Strong financial modelling and commercial problem-solving skills
* Excellent client-facing and supply chain engagement abilities
* Experience managing teams and mentoring junior QSs
* Sector experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear
* In-depth knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
* NEC3/4 contract expertise (Options A, C, E essential)
* Familiarity with ECI/ESI in design & build programmes
* Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable
* Willingness to work on-site at least 3 days per week
* The role is subject to client interview and acceptance
Qualifications
Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline
Professional membership (e.g., MRICS) is desirable but not essential
Additional Information
We are committed to our planet
In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
Equal Opportunities employer. We strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Applications are assessed based on experience, essential and desirable criteria, and fit for the role. We value each contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.
Location
West Midlands-based (4 days client’s office and 1 day WFH). You might have to visit site offices as required.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Consulting
* Industries: Business Consulting and Services
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. If you decide to apply, your application will be assessed based on experience and fit for the role. We value every contribution and are committed to an inclusive culture.
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