Commercial Director – Utilities

Construction Site Recruitment

United Kingdom

Remote

GBP 135,000 - 165,000

Full time

14 days+

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Executive-level benefits

Performance-linked incentives

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency seeks a Commercial Director for the Construction and Utilities sector to drive strategic initiatives and enhance contract management. This pivotal role offers a salary starting at £150,000 with executive-level benefits. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts, strong negotiation skills, and a robust network within the Utilities industry, aligning with the company's ambitious growth objectives.

Qualifications

Significant experience as a Commercial Director or equivalent role.
Background in the Utilities sector with knowledge of contract law.
Strong industry contacts for business development.

Responsibilities

Lead the commercial lifecycle of projects, ensuring contract negotiation and execution.
Provide expert guidance on NEC and JCT contracts.
Identify business opportunities through a strong network.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Senior-level experience in commercial and contract management

In-depth knowledge of NEC3/4 and JCT contracts

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Director @ Construction Site Recruitment | Strategic Leadership, Operational Management

Job Title: Commercial Director – Utilities

Location: Remote, UK

Salary: £150,000 – Open to negotiation

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview:

We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading name in the Construction and Utilities sector, for an exceptional Commercial Director with a deep contract management background. The ideal candidate will bring a robust understanding of NEC and JCT forms of contract, contract law, and the ability to navigate commercial triggers, risks, and opportunities with confidence and precision.

This is a pivotal role with significant responsibility. You will not only lead on all commercial and contractual matters but also contribute strategically to business growth. This includes unlocking new opportunities through your existing network within the Utilities, ICP, DNO, and IDNO sectors - all in line with the company’s ambitious mission to reach £1 billion in revenue by 2030.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the full commercial lifecycle of projects, ensuring best practices in contract negotiation, administration, and execution.
Provide expert guidance on NEC and JCT contracts, identifying risks, triggers, clauses, and commercial protections.
Act as a subject matter expert in contract law, ensuring full compliance, mitigating risk, and resolving disputes effectively.
Oversee contract governance processes and reporting, ensuring all projects are commercially robust and deliver margin expectations.
Lead the commercial interface between operations, clients, and legal teams to ensure clarity, transparency, and control.
Use your personal industry network to deliver introductions, win business, and support the expansion of the client base across the Utilities market (ICP/DNO/IDNO).
Contribute to the strategic direction and commercial growth of the business by identifying new opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams.
Play an integral role in achieving the organisation’s long-term growth ambition to reach £1 billion in revenue by 2030.

Key Requirements:

Significant senior-level experience in commercial and contract management, ideally as a Commercial Director or Head of Commercial.
In-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with NEC3/4, JCT contracts, and UK contract law.
Proven ability to interpret and manage contractual triggers, entitlements, obligations, and dispute resolution processes.
Background in the Utilities sector, with specific knowledge of ICP (Independent Connection Providers), DNO, and IDNO frameworks.
Strong industry contacts and the ability to deliver commercial opportunities through introductions and business development.
Excellent negotiation, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Results-driven, commercially focused, and aligned with high-growth, high-performance environments.

Why Apply?

Join a forward-thinking, growth-focused group at the forefront of the Construction & Utilities sector.
Influence and shape the commercial backbone of a business targeting £1 billion+ turnover by 2030.
Be rewarded with a £150,000+ salary, executive-level benefits, and performance-linked incentives.
Work alongside a visionary leadership team in a values-driven, ambitious culture.

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