Commercial Lead

Octavius Infrastructure; Greater London, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Competitive salary

Performance-linked annual bonus

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private health insurance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Navitas Engineering, part of Octavius and the RSK Group, seeks a Commercial Lead in London or Glasgow to drive bids, pricing and project controls. The role sits between commercial administration and management, offering growth as you partner with project teams and leadership.

You will analyse data, manage risks and deliver clear commercial reporting while collaborating with clients, suppliers and internal teams in a hybrid working setting.

Qualifications

• Degree or professional qualification in commercial management or related field.
• Experience in commercial, contract, project controls or finance roles.
• Experience supporting bids, tenders and pricing exercises.
• Knowledge of contract reviews, risks and escalation.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to produce MI dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Support bids, tenders, proposals and contract reviews.
• Prepare pricing submissions and fee proposals.
• Monitor project performance: revenue, margins and forecasting.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities; escalate where needed.
• Produce reports, dashboards and management information.
• Maintain commercial records, trackers and governance.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Contract awareness

Data analysis

Bid management

Stakeholder management

Forecasting

Reporting dashboards

Decision making

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Degree in commercial management or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft 365

Job description

We are recruiting for a Commercial Lead to join us here at Navitas Engineering in either our London or Glasgow office. This is a mid level, hands on role reporting to the Commercial Manager and will suit someone with a background encompassing Commercial, Accounts and Finance experience who is flexible and keen to grow with a small business.

Navitas Engineering is a growing multidisciplinary engineering consultancy and part of Octavius and the RSK Group, one of the world’s leading integrated environmental, engineering and technical services businesses.

We provide engineering design, consultancy, technical assurance and specialist advisory services across the rail, energy and wider infrastructure sectors. Working with infrastructure owners, operators, contractors and consultancies, we help our clients deliver safe, sustainable and high-performing engineering solutions throughout the entire asset lifecycle.

You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is)

The Commercial Lead supports the effective delivery and continuous improvement of the company’s commercial activities. Working under the direction of the Commercial Manager and in support of the Leadership Team, the role provides practical commercial support across bids and tenders, contract review, pricing and fee proposals, project commercial controls, reporting and commercial risk management.

The role works closely with project, engineering, finance and operational teams to promote the consistent management of commercial matters across the business. This includes supporting contract reviews, monitoring project performance, maintaining commercial information, coordinating variations and recovery opportunities, and assisting with forecasting and client or supplier commercial matters.

This is a developing commercial role, positioned between commercial administration and commercial management. Responsibility, autonomy and decision‑making authority will increase as the postholder builds experience, competence and understanding of the business. Significant contractual, financial or commercial risks will be escalated to the Commercial Manager or other appropriate members of the Leadership Team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial management of bids, tenders, proposals and contract reviews.
• Preparing and reviewing pricing submissions, fee proposals and commercial documentation.
• Monitoring project commercial performance, including revenue, margins, forecasting, variations and recovery opportunities.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities and ensuring appropriate escalation where required.
• Producing commercial reports, dashboards and analysis to support business decision‑making.
• Maintaining commercial records, trackers, approvals and supporting documentation.
• Supporting contract negotiations and commercial discussions with clients, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Coordinating commercial processes, tools and governance requirements across the business.
• Contributing to the development of scalable commercial systems, controls and best practices.
• Promoting commercial awareness and supporting project and engineering teams in understanding contractual and commercial obligations.

You'll work with… (because relationships are important)

A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals delivering engineering consultancy services across the rail, energy and wider infrastructure sectors.

You’ll work closely with project managers, engineers, finance teams, operational leaders and business stakeholders to help drive commercial performance and support successful project delivery. You’ll also engage with clients, suppliers, delivery partners and framework organisations to support positive commercial outcomes and strong working relationships.

As part of a growing consultancy within the RSK Group, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a business that is investing in new markets, services and technologies while helping shape the future of infrastructure engineering in the UK.

You'll receive…. (because we value you)

• Competitive salary.
• Performance‑linked annual bonus.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Flexible company pension scheme.
• Octopus EV car scheme.
• Private health insurance (subject to underwriting).
• Relevant life insurance (subject to underwriting).
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Employee discount programme.
• Ride to Work scheme.
• Gym allowance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Season ticket loan.
• Mobile phone allowance.

About you…. (what you are skilled at)

You are commercially minded, organised and analytical, with the ability to balance detail with the bigger picture. You enjoy working collaboratively and are confident supporting stakeholders across both technical and non‑technical disciplines.

You’ll be skilled at:

• Commercial and contractual awareness.
• Analysing data and presenting meaningful insights.
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities.
• Supporting bids, tenders and fee proposals.
• Building positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Managing competing priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Producing clear reports, dashboards and management information.
• Applying sound judgement and knowing when to elevate issues.
• Improving processes and driving efficiencies.
• Communicating commercial information clearly and effectively.

You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications)

• A degree, professional qualification or equivalent experience in commercial management, quantity surveying, contract management, finance, business, project management or a related discipline.
• Experience in a commercial, contract, project controls, finance or business support role, ideally within an engineering, consultancy, infrastructure or construction environment.
• Experience supporting bids, tenders, pricing exercises and proposal development.
• Knowledge of contract review processes and the ability to identify contractual obligations, risks and matters requiring escalation.
• Experience supporting project commercial controls, forecasting, revenue and margin management.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with the ability to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
• Experience developing reports, dashboards and commercial management information.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency across Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience maintaining commercial records, trackers, approvals and governance documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to a collaborative culture.

Desirable experience includes:

• Experience within the rail, energy, infrastructure, engineering consultancy or construction sectors.
• Familiarity with consultancy and professional services contracts.
• Experience supporting contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Knowledge of change control, variations, purchase orders, invoicing and payment processes.
• Experience supporting forecasting, work‑in‑progress reviews and financial reporting.
• Experience developing commercial procedures, templates, dashboards or reporting tools.
• Awareness of delegated authority frameworks and commercial governance requirements.
• Membership of, or progress towards membership of, a relevant professional body.

Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.