Commercial Manager

Ringway; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ringway is recruiting an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on the Kent County Council Highways Contract. This senior role focuses on commercial excellence, risk management, and value delivery across the contract, working with operational teams, clients, and supply chain partners to support highway maintenance and improvements.

You will oversee pricing, governance, and final accounts while developing the commercial team and providing concise reports to senior

Qualifications

• Proven commercial and contract management experience within highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams.
• Professional membership (RICS, ICES, CIOB, or similar) would be advantageous.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the commercial team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Oversee commercial reporting, monthly forecasting, budget management, and final account settlement.
• Act as the primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters with Kent County Council and key supply chain partners.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and effective contract management processes.
• Manage, mentor, and develop commercial team members, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee pricing, estimates, subcontractor agreements, and contractual instructions.
• Provide accurate commercial insight and reporting to support business planning and decision-making.
• Identify, manage, and monitor contractual risks, compensation events, and change control processes.
• Maintain and develop the contract Risk and Opportunity Register.
• Produce concise commercial reports for senior management, highlighting performance, opportunities, and risks.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

NEC contracts

Job description

Ringway is a leading provider of highway maintenance and infrastructure services, responsible for maintaining and improving vital road networks across the UK. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality services for our clients while investing in the development, wellbeing, and long-term success of our people. Whether you're looking to build on your existing experience or take the next step in your career, Ringway offers the support and opportunities to help you succeed.

We are currently seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to lead the commercial function on our Kent County Council Highways Contract. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring commercial excellence across the contract, delivering value for our client, and supporting sustainable business performance. You will work closely with operational teams, clients, and supply chain partners to drive commercial success, manage risk, and support the delivery of essential highway maintenance and improvement works across Kent.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the commercial team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Oversee commercial reporting, monthly forecasting, budget management, and final account settlement.
• Act as the primary point of contact for commercial and contractual matters with Kent County Council and key supply chain partners.
• Ensure robust commercial governance, compliance, and effective contract management processes.
• Manage, mentor, and develop commercial team members, promoting accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee pricing, estimates, subcontractor agreements, and contractual instructions.
• Provide accurate commercial insight and reporting to support business planning and decision-making.
• Identify, manage, and monitor contractual risks, compensation events, and change control processes.
• Maintain and develop the contract Risk and Opportunity Register.
• Produce concise commercial reports for senior management, highlighting performance, opportunities, and risks.

What We're Looking For

• Proven commercial and contract management experience within highways, civil engineering, or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and commercial management principles.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Experience managing and developing commercial teams.
• Professional membership (RICS, ICES, CIOB, or similar) would be advantageous.
• A commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.