Commercial Lead

1st Executive Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function of nuclear construction projects. This role involves managing financial performance, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks across complex projects that contribute to the UK economy and innovative research. You will oversee commercial activities post-contract award, collaborate with various teams, and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. If you are a strategic thinker with a results-driven approach and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in post-contract commercial management in construction.
• Professional membership with RICS or ICES is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all commercial activities post-contract award.
• Monitor project budgets and financial performance against targets.
• Manage and negotiate variations, claims, and final account settlements.

Skills

Commercial Management

Contract Negotiation

Financial Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Negotiation Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Commercial Management

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Commercial Software

Financial Management Systems

Job description

Location: Reading - Hybrid Working 2 days On Site

Requirement: Commercial Manager for Contract Support across Procurement and Legal

Opportunity: Join a large existing team involved in Billion Pound projects delivering on strategically challenging and complex programmes - supporting the UK economy and innovative scientific technological research with applications across the wider UK manufacturing Sector.

Role Overview:

To lead and manage the commercial function of nuclear construction infrastructure projects post-contract award. Responsible for ensuring commercial compliance, managing financial performance, mitigating risks, and driving value optimisation throughout the project life-cycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all commercial activities post-contract award, including contract administration, financial management, change control, and dispute resolution.
• Monitor and manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial performance against targets.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, project policies, and relevant industry regulations.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks while maximising value and minimising costs.
• Manage and negotiate variations, claims, and final account settlements with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure commercial strategies align with project objectives.
• Establish and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and stakeholders.
• Support procurement teams in the negotiation and finalisation of subcontracts and supplier agreements.
• Prepare and present commercial reports, including cost/value reconciliations, project forecasts, and profitability assessments.
• Lead commercial meetings, contributing to strategic decision-making and problem-solving.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Professional membership with RICS, ICES, or equivalent is advantageous.
• Extensive experience in post-contract commercial management in the construction or infrastructure sector, preferably within nuclear or other highly regulated environments.
• Strong knowledge of NEC, FIDIC, and other standard forms of construction contracts.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale, complex projects, including contract negotiation, cost control, and dispute resolution.
• Proficiency in commercial software and financial management systems.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with a results-driven approach.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Resilient, adaptable, and capable of performing under pressure.
• Ability to lead and mentor a commercial team effectively.

If you want to join an organisation responsible for driving the UK economy forwards with robust commercial practice and behaviours and you are ready for the challenge of taking your career to the next level, then contact me directly today. Send your CV to [e-mail] and please apply online so we can arrange a time to discuss your background, suitability, and the role itself in more detail.