Commercial Manager

Kenton Black; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international contractor is seeking a Commercial Manager for its Power & Renewables team in Glasgow. This role involves supporting the commercial delivery of high voltage projects, focusing on substations and cable works. Candidates should have a qualification in Construction Economics or Quantity Surveying and at least 5 years of experience in similar roles, preferably involving projects of over £7M. Excellent communication and Excel skills are essential, with a strong existing commercial team backing the successful candidate.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in a similar capacity working on projects over £7M in electrical scope.
• Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications.
• Prior work placement experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial delivery of high voltage (HV) projects.
• Manage cost control, contract administration, and project financial management.

Skills

Excellent Communication/Interpersonal Skills

Proficient in Excel

Excellent Record Keeping and Administration Skills

Education

3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying

Job description

Commercial Manager - Power & Renewables

Glasgow

£75-90k + car allowance & bonus

This leading international contractor is looking to add a Commercial Manager to its Scottish Power & Renewables team. Supporting the commercial delivery of high voltage (HV) projects, with a focus on substations, switchgear installations, and cable works. The role involves cost control, contract administration, valuation, and project financial management to ensure cost‑effective project execution, based from Glasgow. Candidates must be electrically biased coupled with Substation, Grid Connection, Battery Storage, Oil & Gas orientated project experience and will ideally have background working for contractors, specialist subcontractors, or operators.

Candidates should have the following:

• 3rd level qualification in Construction Economics / Quantity Surveying ideally coupled with a technical background as either Electrician/Instrumentation Technician (or similar) or Electrical Engineer but not wholly necessary
• 5+ years' experience in a similar capacity working on projects in excess of £7M in electrical scope, preferably including substation experience
• Prior work placement experience would be advantageous
• Proficient in excel
• Knowledge of contract conditions and their applications
• Excellent Communication/Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Record Keeping and Administration Skills

With work secured for 5+ years this is a fantastic opportunity to take a lead role within a strong existing commercial team.