Advise Concession and Project teams including wider business on contractual, legal and regulatory requirements, including grant funding, subcontract and procurement agreements. Leading compliance with internal Governance Process.
Client Details
Our client is a growing UK-based energy infrastructure business, delivering low-carbon heating and cooling solutions across residential and commercial developments.
Operating a portfolio of energy centres and district energy networks, the business plays a key role in supporting the UK's energy transition. With continued expansion across the UK, they are strengthening their regional commercial capability.
Description
We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join the Newcastle office, supporting the management and optimisation of a portfolio of long-term service and concession contracts.
This is not a traditional project QS role. Instead, the position focuses on commercial oversight, contract interpretation, and risk management across operational assets, working closely with Senior Commercial Managers and Regional Directors.
Key Responsibilities:
Interpret and manage a portfolio of existing customer, supplier, and concession contracts
Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
Support contract amendments, variations, and dispute resolution
Identify and assess commercial risks within contracts
Support development of risk registers and mitigation strategies
Analyse contract performance and highlight opportunities for optimisation
Ensure compliance with internal governance processes
Support reporting on contract performance, risks, and KPIs
Contribute to regional commercial strategy and decision-making.
Profile
A successful Commercial Manager should have:
Strong ability to interpret contracts and understand commercial implications
Good financial and analytical capability
Understanding of risk, compliance, and governance frameworks
Confident communicator with ability to influence stakeholders
Experience in commercial / contract management within:
Energy / utilities
Infrastructure
Facilities management
Engineering environments.Job Offer
A competitive salary and strong benefits package including a car allowance and a discretionary bonus