Job Description Egis UK is seeking a highly experienced Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial strategy and delivery across complex, high-value programmes in the Water & Environment sector, with opportunities to expand into Defence and Nuclear. This is a pivotal leadership role for a commercially astute professional who thrives on driving performance, influencing strategic outcomes, and mentoring high-performing teams. Your Role & Impact As Senior Commercial Manager, you will be reporting to the Water Cost and Commercial Lead. You will also: Provide executive-level oversight of commercial operations across multi-disciplinary programmes Shape and implement procurement and contract strategies that align with client objectives and regulatory frameworks Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, regulators, and delivery partners Champion commercial innovation, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the portfolio. Location: West Midlands-based (4 days client's office and 1 day WFH) Key Responsibilities: Strategic Commercial Leadership Define and execute commercial strategy across multi-workstream programmes Lead contract negotiation, supplier performance, and risk management Ensure compliance with NEC3/4, FIDIC, UK law, and sector-specific regulations Support work winning through commercial insight and bid strategy Drive commercial governance and reporting across all phases Project & Cost Management Oversee cost planning, benchmarking, and value engineering Manage post-contract commercial performance, change control, and final accounts Provide strategic input into feasibility studies and programme controls Stakeholder Management Collaborate with leadership to shape client-focused proposals Mentor and develop junior commercial staff, building future capability Maintain a robust knowledge base of lessons learned and commercial best practices What You Bring Strong financial modelling and commercial problem-solving skills Excellent client-facing and supply chain engagement abilities 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 Right to work in the UK; role subject to client interview and acceptance