Commercial Contracts Lead

Thames Water; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the water sector is looking for a Commercial Contracts Lead to join their Strategic Resource Options team. This hybrid role will involve managing commercial and contractual aspects of significant infrastructure projects, including a new reservoir in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will have a degree and RICS qualification, coupled with strong negotiation skills and experience in leading major projects. Join a forward-thinking company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on communities and the environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Contributory Pension

26 Days Annual Leave

Private Medical Healthcare

Annual Medical Assessments

Benefits Hub

Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders.
• Degree level education with RICS qualification and membership.

Responsibilities

• Supporting technical and programme partner service managers.
• Providing commercial and contractual guidance to Service Managers.
• Steering performance measurement and value management processes.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Leadership

Resilience

Adaptability

Education

Degree Level Education

RICS Qualification and Membership

Job description

This is a unique Commercial Contracts role within Thames Water because you will be part of our Strategic Resource Options (SRO) team, which is developing a portfolio of 5 major infrastructure projects, including a new reservoir in Oxfordshire and other water supply resilience infrastructure programmes.

These projects have a total capital value of over £5 billion.

This role works with the Head of Procurement & Supply Chain for the SRO Directorate. You will provide commercial and contractual management support for technical and programme management partners.

What you’ll be doing as the Commercial Contracts Lead

• Supporting technical and programme partner service managers.
• Building capability for commercial support under NEC4 contracts.
• Ensuring Thames Water and Service Managers discharge their roles concerning commercial elements of Partner Frameworks.
• Providing commercial and contractual guidance to Service Managers.
• Collaborating with the Head of Programme Controls and Insights, SRO Senior Leadership Team, and others to ensure outputs meet standards and deliver value.
• Steering performance measurement, value management, and change control processes.

This is a hybrid role based at Camelford House, 89 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP.

What you should bring to the role

• Degree level education with RICS qualification and membership.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills with experience managing multiple stakeholders.
• Experience as a credible leader on major infrastructure projects (construction, highways, utilities, railways, Tideway Tunnel).
• Previous experience as a Senior Commercial Quantity Surveyor Manager or Commercial Lead managing Delivery Partners or Contractors.
• Resilience and adaptability to implement change quickly while fostering a positive environment.
• A strong work ethic concerning health, safety, and wellbeing.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary circa £90,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Car Allowance.
• Annual Bonus.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution (up to 12%, with 2x employee contributions).
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Private Medical Healthcare.
• Annual Medical Assessments.
• Benefits hub with offers and wellbeing support.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all by supporting our customers, communities, people, and the planet. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a diverse, rewarding environment where every day presents new opportunities. We provide fast-tracked career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Whether in call centres or science labs, we’re looking for passionate people eager to improve the world of water.

If you seek a sustainable career where you can impact millions and help protect water resources for future generations, join us. We support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, region, and planet.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from everyone and offering support throughout recruitment. We aim to remove barriers to success. If you need assistance, we’re here to help.

During crises, we rally to support our customers. Join Team Thames as an ambassador, receive training, and gain rewarding experiences while earning extra income.

Note: Due to high application volumes, we may close the advert early. Apply promptly to avoid missing out.