Commercial Manager

Inclusionmaking Kier; Brixworth; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee the commercial aspects of major projects between £1m - £15m. The role requires managing project performance, monitoring costs, and ensuring compliance with contracts while building relationships with local authorities. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in highways or infrastructure. A competitive salary of £85,000 - £95,000 plus a 25% bonus and other benefits is offered.

Benefits

25% bonus

£7,350 annual car allowance

Private healthcare

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial role within highways or infrastructure.
• Ability to manage budgets effectively.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage the commercial performance of major projects.
• Monitor project costs and financial risks.
• Build relationships with local authority clients.

Skills

Commercial role experience

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Financial acumen

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Commercial Manager to join our Highways Authority team based in Brixworth, West Northamptonshire. In this role you'll play a vital role in our Highways team managing commercial aspects of major infrastructure projects valued between £1m - £15m. This collaborative role balances financial oversight with relationship building, offering an opportunity to make a real difference to community infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Managing the commercial performance of major projects, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Monitoring project costs and financial risks, providing transparent reporting to stakeholders
• Building relationships with local authority clients to ensure service delivery meets expectations
• Leading a team of quantity surveyors to deliver accurate measurement and valuation of works
• Working collaboratively with procurement teams to negotiate favourable terms with supply chain partners

Qualifications

• Hold a Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Bring experience in a commercial role within highways or infrastructure, ideally within a local authority setting
• Possess strong knowledge of NEC contracts and be confident in managing contractual obligations
• Demonstrate strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets effectively

Disability and Inclusion

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. For more details, please refer to the employer's policy.

Why Kier Transportation

Can you imagine a world without transportation links via land, sea or air? Nor can we! Your journey is our journey, come and join us at Kier Transportation and make a difference. Supporting the movement of people, goods and equipment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: £85,000 - £95,000 per year + 25% bonus + £7,350 annual car allowance + private healthcare + excellent benefits