Tilbury Douglas is seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of a secured £38m project based in Northamptonshire.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for driving the commercial strategy from pre-construction in 2026 through to site delivery in 2027 and beyond. You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring strong financial performance, effective risk management and contractual compliance across the full project lifecycle.
What you will be doing
As Commercial Lead, you will:
* Lead the commercial function on a £38m secured scheme
* Manage pre-construction commercial activities on a negotiated / two-stage project
* Oversee cost planning, procurement strategy and risk management
* Administer and manage NEC contractual processes (essential)
* Ensure robust cost control, forecasting and financial reporting
* Lead main contract applications, variations, claims and final account strategy
* Drive sub-contract procurement and commercial performance
* Manage and mentor a small commercial team (2–3 staff)
* Work closely with operational and senior leadership teams to protect project margin and mitigate risk
* Support dispute avoidance and resolution where required
This is a highly visible position requiring confidence, leadership and strong stakeholder engagement capability.
We are looking for someone who has:
* Proven experience within a Tier 1 or Tier 2 main contractor environment
* Demonstrable experience leading the commercial delivery of projects of similar scale and complexity
* Strong pre-construction experience on negotiated or two-stage schemes
* Excellent working knowledge of NEC contracts (essential)
* Experience using CEMAR and/or Sypro NEC contract management software (desirable)
* Strong financial reporting and forecasting capability
* Experience procuring major works packages
* A solid understanding of risk management and value engineering
* The ability to lead, mentor and develop commercial team members
Professional membership (e.g. RICS) is desirable but not essential.
What we offer
* Competitive salary + car allowance
* Pension matched up to 8%
* 26 days’ holiday + long service & flexible options
* Private medical, life assurance & enhanced family leave
* Flexible working, paid professional fees & extensive benefits
About Tilbury Douglas
We’re a leading UK construction and engineering company delivering major projects across health, infrastructure, defence and more. Proud Investors in Diversity Silver.
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