Commercial/Contract Manager - Nuclear

Vulcain Engineering Group; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vulcain Engineering Group is seeking an experienced Commercial/Contract Manager to support the Hinkley Point C programme, overseeing commercial/governance for high-value contracts and major packages.

You will collaborate with project delivery, procurement, finance and legal teams to manage NEC3/NEC4 and FIDIC contracts, drive risk management, and ensure commercial objectives are achieved for a multi-billion-pound project.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Commercial Management or Contract Management on major infrastructure projects.
• Experience in NEC3, NEC4 and FIDIC contract forms.
• Strong cost management, forecasting and reporting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management of major engineering/construction contracts across the project lifecycle.
• Administer contracts under NEC3, NEC4 and FIDIC forms.
• Manage compensation events, early warnings, variations and change control processes.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project stakeholders and procurement teams.
• Monitor performance, compliance and contractor submissions.
• Support contract close-out, final accounts and lessons learned.

Skills

Commercial Management

Contract Management

Quantity Surveying

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Law

Tools

NEC3/NEC4/FIDIC contracts

Job description

The Position: Commercial/Contract Manager

We are seeking an experienced Commercial/Contract Manager to support the delivery of major contracts and work packages across the Hinkley Point C programme.

This is a key role within a multi-billion-pound nuclear new build environment, requiring an individual with strong commercial acumen, contract management expertise, and a proven ability to deliver successful outcomes on large-scale infrastructure, engineering and construction projects.

The successful candidate will work closely with project delivery, procurement, finance and legal teams, taking responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of high-value contracts operating under NEC3, NEC4 and FIDIC forms of contract.

The role offers the opportunity to contribute to one of the most significant infrastructure projects currently under construction in Europe, helping to ensure commercial objectives are achieved whilst maintaining robust contractual governance and risk management.

Some of the main responsibilities of the Commercial/Contract Manager will include:

• Lead the commercial and contractual management of major engineering and construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Administer contracts operating under NEC3, NEC4 and FIDIC forms of contract.
• Manage compensation events, early warnings, variations, claims and change control processes.
• Provide commercial and contractual advice to project and programme stakeholders.
• Support procurement activities including tender preparation, evaluation, negotiation and contract award.
• Monitor contractor performance, commercial compliance and contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain cost forecasting, budgeting and commercial reporting processes.
• Review contractor submissions, applications for payment and programme updates.
• Ensure contractual notices, correspondence and project records are maintained in line with governance requirements.
• Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks and opportunities.
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities where required.
• Build strong relationships with contractors, suppliers and project stakeholders to drive successful project delivery.
• Support contract close-out activities including final account settlement and lessons learned reviews.

Preferred Profile

Alongside a commitment to our values of Care & Compassion, Performance, Team Spirit and Inclusiveness, we are looking for individuals who can bring the following:

• Proven experience within Commercial Management, Contract Management or Quantity Surveying on major infrastructure, energy, utilities, nuclear, rail, defence or construction projects.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC3, NEC4 and FIDIC contracts.
• Experience managing high-value engineering, construction or EPC contracts.
• Strong understanding of commercial risk management, claims, compensation events, variations and change control processes.
• Experience managing contractor and supplier relationships within complex project environments.
• Strong cost management, forecasting and commercial reporting capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to challenge contractor submissions and influence key project decisions.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Law or a related discipline.
• Chartered status with RICS, CICES or equivalent professional body desirable.
• Applications are welcomed from professionals currently working as Commercial Managers, Commercial Leads, Commercial Contracts Managers, Contract Managers, Senior Quantity Surveyors (SQS), Managing Quantity Surveyors (MQS) and Quantity Surveyors with demonstrable NEC3, NEC4 and/or FIDIC contract experience.
• Reside locally to Somerset/South West UK or be willing to relocate, as this permanent role does not include travel expense coverage.