Commercial Director

Morson Talent; England; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Commercial Director for a major infrastructure project in the highways sector. This role includes leading the commercial strategy, overseeing contracts and procurement, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in commercial leadership on large-scale projects. This is a hybrid position requiring on-site presence in Thurrock three days a week, with a pay rate of £800 - £1000 per day based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in senior commercial leadership on major infrastructure or highways programmes.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and large-scale procurement.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial strategy for a large-scale highways project.
• Oversee contracts, procurement, and supply chain management.
• Provide guidance on risk management, governance, and compliance.
• Support the senior leadership team in driving value and efficiency.
• Manage and mentor commercial teams to deliver project objectives.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

NEC contracts knowledge

Procurement expertise

Job description

Overview

Commercial Director Major Infrastructure Project

Location: Thurrock, Essex (Hybrid 3 days on site per week)

Employment Type: Contract (INSIDE IR35) long term

Recruiter: Morson Talent / Robert Otter

Pay rate: circa £800 - £1000 per day INSIDE IR35 - dependant on experience

Morson Talent are supporting the search for an experienced Commercial Director to join a landmark UK infrastructure programme in the highways sector.

This high-profile project requires a senior commercial leader with the ability to provide strategic oversight, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and ensure commercial excellence throughout the delivery phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial strategy for a large-scale highways project.
• Oversee contracts, procurement, and supply chain management.
• Provide guidance on risk management, governance, and compliance.
• Support the senior leadership team in driving value and efficiency.
• Manage and mentor commercial teams to deliver project objectives.

Candidate Profile

• Proven track record in senior commercial leadership on major infrastructure or highways programmes
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and large-scale procurement.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
• Ability to balance strategic vision with hands-on delivery.

Working Pattern

The role is hybrid, with an expectation to be on site in Thurrock three days per week.

How to express interest

To express interest or find out more, please contact Morson Talent. Please send your CV to (url removed) or call Morson Talent on (phone number removed) and ask to speak to Robert Otter