Commercial Manager

Millbank Holdings; Cockermouth; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Millbank Holdings is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead the commercial delivery of major infrastructure and civil projects across the UK. You will oversee budgets, forecasts and financial performance while administering NEC contracts and guiding project teams.

Ideal candidates have senior commercial leadership experience in civil engineering, utilities, rail or nuclear sectors, with a track record of managing large budgets and developing junior staff.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial leadership roles in civil infrastructure sectors.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, energy or nuclear.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge and administration experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale project budgets and commercial performance.
• Experience leading commercial teams and developing junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities across major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasts and financial performance.
• Administer NEC contracts and contractual obligations.
• Provide commercial advice to project and operations teams.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, negotiation and contract management.
• Manage change control, compensation events, variations and claims.

Skills

NEC contracts

Budget management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Contract administration

Education

QS degree or related

Job description

Do you have proven experience working as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Lead within civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, energy, rail or nuclear projects? Are you experienced in administering NEC contracts, managing project commercials, leading commercial teams and delivering successful financial outcomes on major construction projects? Would you like to play a key role in the commercial delivery of high-value, nationally significant projects whilst helping shape project strategy and business performance?

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Manager to join a leading company delivering major infrastructure and engineering projects across the UK. Following a series of project awards and continued business growth, the organisation is looking to strengthen its commercial leadership team with the appointment of a commercially astute professional.

Your duties and responsibilities will be

• Lead all commercial activities across major construction and infrastructure projects.
• Manage project budgets, cost forecasts and financial performance.
• Administer and manage NEC contracts and associated contractual obligations.
• Provide commercial advice and support to project and operational teams.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, negotiation and contract management.
• Manage change control, compensation events, variations and claims.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks and maximise opportunities.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to senior leadership and clients.
• Ensure accurate cost capture, forecasting and project reporting.
• Lead project valuations, applications for payment and final account negotiations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and stakeholders.
• Manage and mentor Quantity Surveyors and wider commercial teams.
• Drive continuous improvement across commercial processes and procedures.

You will have the following qualifications & experience:

• roven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial leadership role.
• Experience working within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, energy or nuclear sectors.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge and administration experience.
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale project budgets and commercial performance.
• Experience leading commercial teams and developing junior staff.
• Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, reporting and financial controls.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and procurement processes.
• Effective negotiation, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage commercial risk and contractual issues effectively.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

It's great if you also have the following

• roven experience as a Commercial Manager, Senior Commercial Manager, Managing Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial leadership role.
• Experience working within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, rail, energy or nuclear sectors.
• Strong NEC contract knowledge and administration experience.
• Demonstrable experience managing large-scale project budgets and commercial performance.
• Experience leading commercial teams and developing junior staff.
• Strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, reporting and financial controls.
• Experience managing subcontractor accounts and procurement processes.
• Effective negotiation, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to manage commercial risk and contractual issues effectively.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline, or equivalent industry experience.

The setting for the role

This role will support the delivery of major capital projects within a dynamic and fast-paced project environment. You will work closely with project delivery teams, clients, suppliers and senior business leaders to ensure strong commercial governance and successful project outcomes. The position will involve a combination of office, site and client-facing activities, providing excellent exposure to complex projects and offering the opportunity to influence both project and business performance at a strategic level.

Millbank Holdings Ltd is an equal opportunities employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background, and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

We are proud to be a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, and we are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process for everyone. If you require any adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we'll do our best to accommodate.

Millbank operates as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business