Commercial Lead - Energy Services

TN United Kingdom; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in energy services is seeking a Commercial Lead to drive commercial performance across bids and proposals. This role is pivotal in managing complex projects, ensuring optimal margins, and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and proven experience in commercial management, particularly within energy or construction sectors. You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including private healthcare and a generous pension plan, all while contributing to impactful climate solutions. Join a team committed to making a difference and shaping a sustainable future.

Benefits

Private Healthcare

Discretionary Bonus

Group Personal Pension Plan

25 Days Holiday

Professional Body Membership Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial management within energy or construction sectors.
• Strong knowledge of contract management and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial performance across bids and proposals.
• Deliver high-quality support on project/service delivery.

Skills

Commercial Management

Contract Management

Cost Control

Financial Reporting

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Contract Management

Degree in Finance

Tools

NEC Contract Forms

JCT Contract Forms

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Drax Group

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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Job Description:

About the Role: :

As part of the EV Commercial Team, the Commercial Lead will manage commercial performance of the EVBusiness across bids and proposals, through to delivery of complex projects andservices to deliver optimum opportunity and margin to the EV Business, whilesupporting the systematic identification and management of risk;

- Deliver high quality support on bids and project/service delivery including tangible margin achievement and improvement plus risk management score reductions
- Effective reports delivered including dashboard and systems configured to best support the business for on-project budgeting, forecasting, costing and pricing to aid accurate decision making and margin maximisation.
- Successful contract negotiations and administration delivered across customers and supply chain, ensuring adherence to legal and commercial requirements and best position for the business.
- Managed variations, valuations, and final accounts to maximise project value and margin.
- Ensured all commercial activities delivered in accordance with industry standards, company policies, and legal requirements.
- Continuously improved commercial processes and cost management strategies.

Who we’re looking for:

To be successful in this role you’llideally have…
- Degree level or equivalent in relevant discipline (eg Quantity Surveying, Contract Management, Legal, Finance or Accounting)
- Proven experience in commercial management within a relevant sector (eg. Energy, Construction, M&E, Facilities Management, Complex Project or Service Delivery)
- Strong knowledge of contract management, cost control, and financial reporting
- Experience working with standard contract forms such as NEC, JCT, or equivalent
- Good communication skills with the ability to interact with, motivate, influence, and challenge a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. Build resilient relationships with senior stakeholders and decision makers beyond own Team / business.

Rewards and benefits:

As you help us to shape the future,we’ve shaped our rewards and benefits to help you thrive andsupport
your lifestyle. If successful in thisrole you’ll get:
- A discretionary bonus depending on company performance
- Private Healthcare with Vitality
- SAYE (Sharesave): discretionary scheme from time to time
- Personal accident cover
- Group personal pension plan where we’ll pay up to 10%
- Holiday 25 days plus bank holidays
- Reimbursement of the cost of your annual membership of one relevant and appropriate professional body

We’re committed to making a tangibleimpact on the climate challenge we all face. Drax is where your individualpurpose can work alongside your career drive. We work as part of a team thatshares a passion for doing what’s right for the future. With Drax you can shapeyour career and a future for generations to come.

Together, we make it happen.

At Drax, we’re committed to fosteringan environment where everyone feels valued and respected, regardless of theirrole. To make this a reality, we actively work to better represent thecommunities we operate in, foster inclusion, and establish fair processes.Through these actions, we build the trust needed for all colleagues at Drax tocontribute their perspectives and talents, no matter their background. Find outmore about our approach here.

Talk to us about flexibleworking!

How to apply:

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