Commercial Contracts Manager

Veolia Environmental Services (Uk) Plc; Horsham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Horsham is seeking a Commercial Contracts Manager to oversee operational contracts and manage negotiations. This role involves ensuring commercial control throughout the contract lifecycle, providing support and reports to senior leadership, and identifying risks within agreements. Ideal candidates will have experience in contract management and exceptional organizational skills. You will also enjoy benefits including training opportunities and financial support resources.

Benefits

Refer an Engineer bonus

Company pension scheme

Free physiotherapy service

Retail discounts

Resources for mental and financial health

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in contract lifecycle management from negotiation to termination.
• Experience in operations and maintenance contracting is beneficial.
• Ability to manage risks and commitments in contractual agreements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee commercial aspects of CHP operational contracts.
• Negotiate new contracts and renewals.
• Manage project cost control and subcontractors.
• Provide commercial support and reports to senior leadership.
• Identify risks and liabilities in contracts.

Skills

Commercial oversight

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. The Commercial Contracts Manager will oversee operational contracts, contract negotiation and renewals, have commercial control of contracts and bids, cost control, subcontract management, and provide commercial support and reports to senior leadership. The core responsibility will be to manage the commercial aspects of contracts throughout their lifecycle.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Commercial oversight of Veolia CHP operational contracts, including negotiation of new contracts and contract renewals.
• Take responsibility for the commercial control of a number of contracts, bids and processes.
• Identify the risks, liabilities and commitments contained within contractual agreements and ensure that the business fully appreciates any potential impact.
• Provide commercial support on Design & Build projects from tender to completion, managing project cost control, risks, commitments and subcontractors.
• Estimating and putting in place effective cost control mechanisms.
• Sub Contract Management – enquiry, subcontract drafting, valuation agreement & payment.
• Provide timely and good quality management reports to the Senior Commercial Manager and the Senior leadership team when requested.
• Day-to-day commercial support and issue resolution.
• A proven track record in supporting stakeholder management.
• Experience of dealing with contract lifecycle from negotiation to renewal/termination.
• An efficient problem solver with excellent organisational skills.
• Previous knowledge and experience of operations and maintenance contracting would be beneficial.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.

We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.

We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt‑in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Benefits

• Refer an Engineer to us once you've joined and earn 1000.
• Access to our company pension scheme.
• Free physiotherapy service.
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers.
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential.