Commercial Manager

MPI Ltd; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Commercial Manager in Cambridge. The role includes overseeing the commercial aspects of transportation projects and managing contractors. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, strong project delivery experience, and knowledge of safety regulations. This is a contract position until December 2025, with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Experience leading commercial functions in engineering projects.
• Chartered status is preferred for the candidate.
• Significant experience in delivering complex infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial aspects of infrastructure and transportation projects.
• Provide commercial oversight throughout project lifecycle.
• Manage project budgets and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and welfare regulations.
• Engage with contractors for viable solutions.

Skills

Experience in Signalling projects

Application of health, safety, and welfare regulations

Project delivery in the rail sector

Working with contractors in design and build

Understanding of contract conditions and commercial procedures

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Manager

Location: Cambridge
Department: Engineering / Infrastructure / Transportation
Reports to: Head of Commercial or Programme Director
Contract Type: Contract - Until Dec 2025- Maybe extended further

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Commercial Manager with a strong engineering background to lead and support commercial functions. The ideal candidate will have a relevant engineering degree, chartered status, and significant experience in delivering complex projects, ideally within transportation sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the commercial and contractual aspects of infrastructure and transportation projects, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and procedures.
• Provide commercial oversight across all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility through design and delivery.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting.
• Ensure adherence to all health, safety, and welfare regulations.
• Engage effectively with contractors in design and build environments to ensure commercially viable solutions and smooth project delivery.
• Oversee preparation and review of contracts and procurement strategies, ensuring compliance with public sector.
• Contribute to the programming and delivery of works to meet timelines and financial targets.
• Support line management responsibilities, including performance reviews and staff development where required.
• Utilise computer analysis tools in the assessment and delivery of technical and commercial solutions.
• Represent the organisation in stakeholder meetings, providing clear and professional communication.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in Signalling projects
• Proven experience in the application of health, safety, and welfare regulations in an engineering context.
• Strong background in project delivery in the rail sector.
• Demonstrable experience working with contractors in a design and build environment.
• In-depth understanding of contract conditions and commercial procedures.