Senior QS / Commercial Manager (M&E)
Salary – £46,000 to £53,000 (DOE) + Car Benefit
Location: Leicester - Hybrid
DTGen
is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Commercial Manager to take ownership of commercial negotiations and contract management across our mechanical and electrical projects.
This is a lead commercial role- you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing and negotiating client terms and conditions, managing commercial risk, and ensuring all contracts reflect a fair and commercially sustainable position for the business. You'll work closely with internal teams but will personally lead all client-facing commercial negotiations.
We are specifically seeking someone with experience in the UK M&E sector, either from the client side or supply chain, who understands how to navigate contractual discussions and drive positive commercial outcomes
About Us
At
DTGen
, we design, supply, install, test, and maintain standby power systems and energy solutions. With three facilities across the UK and over 800 years of combined experience, we help customers move towards net-zero. We're a forward-thinking team committed to delivering excellence, and we're growing fast.
What You'll Be Doing:
Lead Contract Negotiations
* Take full responsibility for the review and negotiation of client-issued contracts and terms.
* Act as the commercial lead in all pre-contract discussions with clients.
* Ensure agreed terms are aligned with DTGen's commercial and legal principles and risk appetite.
Commercial Risk Management
* Identify, assess, and manage key commercial risks across project opportunities.
* Maintain clear records of contract deviations, risk approvals, and negotiation outcomes.
* Support commercial governance and contract approval processes.
Internal Collaboration
* Work closely with the sales and legal teams to ensure that commercial and legal inputs are integrated into proposals and client submissions.
* Provide clear briefings and contract handovers to project delivery and operations teams.
* Offer ongoing commercial support through project lifecycle as needed.
Process & Compliance
* Ensure compliance with internal processes for contract review, negotiation, and approval.
* Support continuous improvement in commercial practices across the business
What We're Looking For:
* Strong commercial and contractual experience within the UK construction sector including mechanical & electrical (M&E) sector.
* Proven ability to lead contract negotiations and manage commercial risk.
* Familiarity with UK construction contracts, including NEC, JCT, and bespoke forms.
* Excellent attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Comfortable operating independently in client-facing discussions.
* Experience in drafting and negotiating legal terms and conditions to ensure legal risks are adequately managed.
At
DTGen
, we're committed to providing a flexible, inclusive, and supportive work environment. We believe in building a diverse team that reflects the world we live in, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We also understand that flexibility matters, and if you need a working pattern different from what's advertised, we're open to discussing it.