United Infrastructure is a leading infrastructure, construction, and property services company in the UK. We help our customers and the communities they serve benefit from resilient infrastructure, affordable homes, and improved living spaces that are fit for the future. Our mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure, to create a more sustainable and inclusive society.
United Infrastructure Group is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future:
Property Services – We revitalise homes and communities through the regeneration of living spaces, breathing new life into neighbourhoods. From delivering large programmes of work for social housing providers, to ensuring the highest building safety standards, we provide a range of services for public sector clients.
Infrastructure Services – Our team of infrastructure specialists design, build and maintain critical energy and water infrastructure, for the UK’s largest network owners and operators. The work we do supports the requirement for effective solutions to address the UK’s decarbonisation goals, and our processes minimise environmental and carbon impacts, whilst ensuring the safe and reliable operation of assets.
New Homes - As experienced and specialist new build housing contractors, we create homes and regenerate areas with communities in mind. We work collaboratively with registered partners, local authorities, and private developers to provide high quality, energy efficient, and sustainable homes for people to live and grow.
Connected - We connect people through fixed-line and wireless telecom infrastructure, ensuring seamless communication and access to information for all. At United Living, we have one of the largest specialist in-house teams for project management, acquisition, design, construction, and maintenance in the UK.
Job Description
The Civil & Electrical Commercial Manager is responsible for overseeing the commercial and contractual management of civil and electrical infrastructure projects from tender stage through to completion. The role focuses on cost control, contract administration, procurement strategy, and commercial risk management to ensure projects are delivered profitably and in line with contractual obligations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the commercial management of civil and electrical engineering projects.
* Manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and financial reporting.
* Oversee contract administration, ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.
* Manage and support Quantity Surveyors and commercial teams.
* Lead procurement strategies for civil works, electrical equipment, subcontractors, and services.
* Review and negotiate supplier and subcontractor agreements.
* Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities across civil and electrical projects.
* Monitor project costs, variations, and change control processes.
* Support tender preparation, pricing, and bid submissions.
* Ensure accurate valuation, invoicing, and payment processes.
* Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and clients to ensure commercial success.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
* Degree or equivalent in:
o Quantity Surveying
o Commercial Management
o Civil or Electrical Engineering
o Construction Management
Required Skills
* Strong experience in commercial management of civil and electrical / M&E projects.
* In-depth knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC).
* Experience managing project budgets and cost control.
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
* Ability to lead and develop commercial teams.
* Experience with supplier and subcontractor management.
* Excellent analytical, financial, and reporting skills.
Preferred Experience
* Experience on civil infrastructure, electrical engineering, or industrial projects.
* Background in high-value civil and electrical installations or utilities projects.
* Professional membership or working toward Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).