I’m supporting a specialist engineering and construction organisation as they look to bring an experienced Commercial Manager into their leadership team. This is a key role for someone who thrives on commercial control, contractual accuracy and driving value throughout the full project lifecycle.
The position sits at the centre of a high-performing construction department, working across major projects delivered under NEC4, and requires someone confident managing risk, cost, governance and stakeholder expectations from pre-contract through to final account.
You’ll take ownership of commercial and contractual management across a portfolio of construction projects, ensuring full compliance with NEC processes and company governance. Working closely with operational, financial and planning teams, you’ll play a vital part in driving cost efficiency, contractual discipline and commercial assurance.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading commercial and contractual management across multiple construction projects
Administering NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including EWNs, CEs, payment applications, variations and final accounts
Maintaining detailed commercial records, change logs and contractual correspondence
Supporting pre-contract tendering, procurement and programme planning activities
Managing cost reporting, forecasting, budget vs actual, earned value and risk/opportunity tracking
Producing commercial reports for clients and senior leadership
Negotiating commercial settlements and ensuring lessons learned are captured
Providing commercial leadership to internal teams and mentoring junior commercial staff
Supporting risk management, quality and commercial compliance through to project completion To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
5+ years’ experience in commercial or contract management within construction
Strong NEC3/NEC4 knowledge including EWN, CEs and contractual obligations
Experience across the full project lifecycle, from tender to final account
Strong commercial and financial acumen with the ability to interpret and present cost information
Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or similar
Professional membership (RICS, CIPS, AACE) or NEC accreditation is desirable
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, complex project environment
Competence across commercial/contract management software and Microsoft OfficePackage & Benefits
Salary from £60,000+ depending on experience
37.5-hour week, permanent role
Hybrid working available
25 days holiday
Private medical cover
Life cover (3.5x salary)
Pension plan
All work-related UK and international travel, accommodation and subsistence fully reimbursed
Additional wellbeing and salary-sacrifice schemes availableThis is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused construction professional looking to step into a leadership-level role with real influence over project outcomes and departmental growth.
How to Apply Interested? I’d love to tell you more about this role — call Ian Broadhurst on (phone number removed) or drop me a message at (url removed)