Job Description
Commercial Manager - Infrastructure
London | £75,000 - £82,000 + Benefits
A Commercial Manager is required to lead post-contract commercial activity on a major infrastructure programme in London. The role includes line management of two Commercial Managers and full responsibility for commercial delivery across a portfolio of complex works.
Candidates must have solid post-contract experience under NEC contracts, with a strong track record of managing compensation events, assessing entitlement, and agreeing final accounts. A detailed understanding of cost drivers and the ability to produce accurate and timely cost reports is essential.
The role will also involve close collaboration with the contractor’s commercial team - reviewing methodology and design proposals to mitigate risk and avoid unnecessary cost escalation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Oversee all post-contract commercial activity across the programme
* Manage and support two Commercial Managers
* Evaluate change control, compensation events, and delay-related claims
* Lead agreement of final accounts
* Produce accurate cost reports and forecasts for internal and client reporting
* Work with contractor teams to assess and influence methodology and design changes
* Ensure robust commercial governance is maintained throughout delivery
Requirements:
* Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts post-contract
* Background in civil engineering, preferably with contractor-side experience
* Proven ability to manage complex commercial delivery and lead teams
* Skilled in producing and presenting detailed cost reports
* Commercially confident when negotiating with contractors and resolving disputes
Benefits include:
* 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas shut down
* Private medical insurance, life assurance, and employer-matched pension
* Flexible working and wellbeing allowance
* Professional subscription support