Commercial Manager

South West Water; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK water services company is seeking a commercial manager to oversee contract administration and manage relationships with supply chain partners. You will deliver on commercial strategy objectives while ensuring efficiency and innovation in contract management. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent and possess strong analytical and relationship-building skills. Flexible and hybrid working model offered, along with a competitive salary.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Pension

Lifestyle benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong background in contract administration and commercial management (ideally within NEC4).
• Ability to translate data into insight through financial management and analytical skills.
• Confident in influencing and negotiating with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on commercial management strategy objectives.
• Administer and optimise NEC4 contracts.
• Monitor, forecast, and report on contract performance.

Skills

Contract administration

Financial management

Relationship building

Dispute management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Chartered (RICS)

Job description

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At South West Water we believe that the strongest businesses are built on solid, stable foundations - with a vision and a culture that gives them the freedom to change, improve and innovate.

We're proud to be responsible for providing reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for the beautiful South West area.

And we have huge ambitions.

Not only are we committed to reaching net-zero by 2030, but we've also partnered with Wildlife Trusts, National Parks and local partners to help ensure a better future for generations to come.

So, if you want to be part of a diverse team where opportunities flow and fresh ideas are welcomed, #JustAddWater.

Overview

As part of our Commercial Management Centre of Excellence, you will contribute to the commercial management strategy and deliver on its objectives.

Main Duties

• Deliver on the objectives of the commercial management strategy.
• Administer and optimise NEC4 contracts, from high-volume activities to one-off, high-value projects.
• Build trusted, collaborative relationships with supply chain partners.
• Lead on commercial processes: change, valuation, disputes, and final accounts.
• Assess and certify completed works, payments, and performance incentives.
• Monitor, forecast, and report on contract performance to enable informed decision-making.
• Spot opportunities to drive efficiency and innovation across contracts and processes.

What we\'re looking for

• We\'re keen to hear from candidates with:
• Strong background in contract administration and commercial management (ideally within NEC4).
• Financial management and analytical skills - able to translate data into insight.
• Excellent relationship-building skills with the confidence to influence and negotiate.
• Experience managing disputes and resolving complex issues.
• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying, Contract Management, or Civil Engineering.
• Bonus points if you\'re chartered (RICS) or working towards it, and/or have exposure to the utility or water industry.

Why South West Water?

• Play a pivotal role in projects that impact millions of people and the environment.
• Work with a supportive, values-led team that champions collaboration and innovation.
• Enjoy a flexible and hybrid working model.
• Access a competitive salary, car allowance, pension, and a range of lifestyle benefits.
• Be part of a business that invests in your professional growth and development.

£50,000 - £60,000 a year

Closing date for applications 22nd September 2025

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values which are essential to our success are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.