Commercial Manager

Amentum; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nuclear Power is looking for a Commercial Manager to oversee a contract for the HPC Turbine. This role involves managing supplier relations, contract performance, and ensuring compliance with project governance. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in contract management, especially in large infrastructure projects, and possess strong leadership and negotiation skills.

Benefits

Free single medical cover

Enhanced parental leave pay

Reimbursement towards professional development

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven track record in contract administration of large infrastructure projects.
• Experience in regulated environments and procurement processes.
• Strong skills in leadership, negotiation, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial and contract management of the Turbine Programme.
• Draft and negotiate contract variations.
• Ensure compliance with governance and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Professional chartership (RICS, MCIPS)

Job description

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Amentum will inspire and empower you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow. We offer an exciting range of opportunities to develop your career within a supportive and diverse team who always strive to do the right thing for our people, clients and communities.

People are our greatest asset, and we offer a competitive package to retain and attract the best talent.

In addition to the benefits you’d expect, UK employees also receive free single medical cover and digital GP service, family-friendly benefits such as enhanced parental leave pay and free membership of employee assistance and parental programmes, plus reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships. We also give back to our communities through our Collectively program which incorporates matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.

Work-life balance and flexibility is a key focus area for us. We’re happy to discuss hybrid, part-time and flexible working hours, patterns and locations to suit you and our business.

About the opportunity

Energy Programmes is one of our newest Business Units, supporting positive change and shaping the future of Nuclear Power. Our teams support projects at Hinkley Point C, Sizewell C, develop SMR technologies, and build Poland's first Energy Power station.

We deliver major programme and project management capabilities throughout the project lifecycle, focusing on safety, quality, and innovation.

Role Overview

As a Commercial Manager, you will support a Design, Manufacturing, and Installation contract for the HPC Turbine. Your role involves interfacing with the Turbine Programme Delivery, Finance, and Legal teams, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring contract performance from a cost, delivery, and quality perspective.

The role reports to the Senior Commercial Manager - Turbine Site Installation within the HPC project’s Supply Chain directorate. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement and contract management in Aerospace, Power Generation, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Large infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the commercial and contract management of the Turbine Programme
• Draft and negotiate contract variations
• Administer contracts through their lifecycle using CEMAR
• Ensure compliance with HPC’s governance, processes, and procedures
• Foster high-performing supplier relationships

Qualifications

• Proven track record in contract administration of large infrastructure projects or similar
• Strong leadership, negotiation, influencing, and communication skills
• Experience in regulated environments and procurement processes
• Knowledge of FIDIC, professional chartership (RICS, MCIPS)
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Our Culture

We value safety, integrity, inclusion, and diversity. Our culture supports positive mental health and belonging. We are committed to inclusion and diversity, accepting people regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, faith, or family status. We partner with VERCIDA for inclusive hiring and are a Disability Confident employer. We welcome flexible working applications and those who may not meet all listed requirements.