Commercial Manager

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor in Birmingham is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee the financial management of clean and waste water projects. You'll lead procurement and contract administration, develop strategies to maximize profitability, and manage project finances. The ideal candidate has strong NEC contracts knowledge, excellent problem-solving skills, and a full UK driving license. This permanent role offers a salary of up to £80,000 and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Annual leave entitlement

Pension scheme

Private medical cover

Flexible working

Exposure to high-profile projects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts required.
• Excellent problem-solving and financial skills needed.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and simplify complex issues.

Responsibilities

• Drive the commercial management of clean and waste water projects.
• Lead subcontractor procurement and contract administration.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies to maximize profitability.
• Oversee negotiations and ensure compliance with contracts.
• Manage all project finances and provide commercial reporting.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts

Excellent problem-solving skills

Financial forecasting skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

£70,000.0 to £80,000.0 per year, Company Car or Allowance + Package

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

07/02/2026

About this job

Your new company You will be joining an established and well-respected civil engineering contractor based in the Birmingham area.

This multi-accredited contractor specialises in the delivery of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects within the water industry and offers a strong pipeline of AMP8 works as well as exposure to high-profile frameworks and bespoke projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to spearhead performance across AMP8 projects while driving operational efficiency.

This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Birmingham office with the option for flexible working.

Your new role As a Commercial Manager, you will drive forward the commercial and financial management of clean and waste water projects across the programme.

You'll be trusted to work proactively, reporting into senior leaders on portfolio performance, advising project teams and helping to drive strategic plans.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Leading the commercial management of projects, ensuring financial performance, value delivery and compliance with business targets
• Heading subcontractor procurement and contract administration, from tender evaluation through to ongoing commercial oversight and performance management
• Developing and implementing commercial strategies that maximise profitability and proactively mitigate commercial and contractual risks
• Overseeing contract management and negotiations, including NEC and other standard forms of contract, ensuring clear obligations and protections are in place
• Managing all finances, including budgets, cost forecasting, cashflow and commercial reporting to support informed decision-making

What you'll need to succeed In order to be successful, you will bring:

• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts, including Options A and C
• Excellent problem-solving and financial skills, including forecasting and budgeting
• Ability to simplify complex issues and influence stakeholders effectively
• Sound leadership, negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence

What you'll get in return In return, you will receive:

• Salary up to £80,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Annual leave entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Private medical cover
• Flexible working
• Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunity to make a real impact with a growing organisation and more

What you need to do now If you're interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Please note

• this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas.