Commercial Manager

Kenton Black Limited; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits package

Diverse Midlands project portfolio

Job summary

Kenton Black Limited in Midlands is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial performance of major civil infrastructure schemes. You will work closely with operational teams to optimise value, manage contractual risk and deliver financial targets across a varied Midlands portfolio.

The role requires strong NEC contracts knowledge, proven leadership and the ability to manage cost control, forecasting, CVRs, payments and final accounts with clarity and rigour.

Qualifications

• Experience as Commercial Manager or Senior QS in civil engineering/infrastructure.
• Strong NEC contracts knowledge and commercial administration.
• Experience managing project finances, subcontractors and contractual change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of infrastructure projects.
• Manage cost control, forecasting, CVRs and financial reporting.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, package management, payments and final accounts.
• Administer NEC contracts, including change control and compensation events.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support project teams in achieving financial and operational targets.
• Build strong client and supply chain relationships.
• Maintain effective commercial governance and reporting.

Skills

Commercial management

NEC contracts

Financial management

Leadership

Negotiation

Job description

Commercial Manager – Civil Infrastructure
Midlands
Up to £110,000 + Company Package
Permanent

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join an established civil engineering and infrastructure contractor, supporting a varied portfolio of projects across the Midlands.

This role offers the opportunity to take responsibility for commercial performance across infrastructure schemes, working closely with operational teams to manage contractual risk, maximise value and ensure successful financial delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of infrastructure projects.
• Manage cost control, forecasting, CVRs and financial reporting.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, package management, payments and final accounts.
• Administer NEC contracts, including change control and compensation events.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support project teams in achieving financial and operational targets.
• Build strong client and supply chain relationships.
• Maintain effective commercial governance and reporting.

About You

• Experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial administration.
• Experience managing project finances, subcontractors and contractual change.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and leadership skills.
• A proactive and commercially focused approach.

The Package

• Salary up to £110,000, depending on experience.
• Company benefits package.
• Opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of Midlands infrastructure projects.