Commercial Manager

Gleeds; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Volunteering opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Gleeds is looking for a Commercial Manager to join their team in Bridgwater. This role involves managing commercial and contractual aspects of major energy infrastructure projects, ensuring effective contract administration and risk management. Ideal candidates will have qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related fields, as well as experience in cost management within the construction sector. The position offers several growth opportunities, competitive salary, and a flexible working environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in the Construction environment or engineering discipline.
• Relevant experience within Cost Management in Nuclear / Civil engineering.
• Professional qualifications or memberships are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Managing contracts under NEC3 Options A, C, and E.
• Preparing monthly commercial reports and updating project risk registers.
• Carrying out contract administration duties including valuations and payment certifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Contract management

Commercial risk management

Education

HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management or relevant discipline

Tools

SAP

CEMAR

Job description

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are a Great Place to Work certified employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do.

Climate change and Sustainability is at the top of our agenda; we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team on a permanent basis, supporting the delivery of a major energy infrastructure programme. In this role, you will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of large-scale professional services and construction contracts. You will also contribute to the development and operation of electronic contract management systems, while leading on contract administration, risk planning, and commercial strategy implementation.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of Britain's future power generation.

Your day to day could involve:

• Managing contracts under NEC3 Options A, C, and E, including drafting and reviewing early warning notices, and assessing Compensation Events.
• Preparing monthly commercial reports and updating project risk registers.
• Carrying out contract administration duties, including valuations, payment certifications, and programme assessments.
• Supporting procurement activities – from tender strategy and supplier engagement through to contract award and post-award performance monitoring.
• Contributing to the development and operation of electronic contract management systems.
• Identifying and managing commercial risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
• Supporting supply chain performance reviews and negotiations.

However, in the consultancy world, no two days are the same! We are a flexible team that support each other’s projects as well as getting in involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development.

Who we're looking for:

• Ideally be HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some case applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered.
• Must have experience within the Construction environment or engineering discipline and relevant experience within Cost Management, experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service contracting) sector is essential.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal, as well as a methodical way of thinking with excellent problem-solving skills.
• SAP and CEMAR experience.
• Experience operating forms of contract, including NEC3 and NEC4.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, APM, AcostE or another relevant Chartered Institute are desired, and will be supported if not already obtained.

What We Can Offer You

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications.
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry.
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a gold standard investor in people.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.