Commercial Manager

Gardiner & Theobald LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner & Theobald LLP seeks a Commercial Manager in London to support the business's growth and deliver exceptional services across various sectors, particularly large-scale infrastructure and energy projects.

This role requires contract management, cost management, and procurement expertise to maintain robust project governance. The ideal candidate will drive strategic initiatives, promote excellent client service, and ensure effective collaboration within project teams.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in a construction related discipline.
• MRICS accreditation is preferred but not essential.
• Experience leading large scale infrastructure projects.
• Possess pre and post contract experience.
• Experience working under construction contract terms, ideally NEC.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage contracts under NEC forms of contract.
• Advise on cost-related matters and cost forecasts.
• Provide estimating advice and support to clients.
• Report on commercial-based KPIs accurately.
• Identify top risks on the project and their impact.

Skills

Contract Management

Cost Management

Estimating

Planning & Reporting

Procurement & Tendering

Risk Management

Education

Degree in construction related discipline

MRICS accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

CostX or similar quantification platforms

Job description

Commercial Manager

Department: Infrastructure

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: G&T London/Suffolk

Description

Gardiner & Theobald is an independent construction and property consultancy that provides Cost Management, Project Management, and Specialist Consultancy services.

About the Role

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to support the growth of the business and deliver world‑class service to a diverse client base. The role involves working across a variety of sectors with a focus on large‑scale infrastructure and the energy sector. You will report to senior leadership and work on high‑profile projects.

Your responsibilities include:

• Contract Management
  • Demonstrable experience administering and managing contracts under NEC forms of contract.
  • Form a strong working relationship with the client Leadership Team whereby good cost advice is afforded for any project related issue.
  • Manage the issuance of contractual correspondence in a timely manner within the agreed governance parameters.
  • Preparing and recommending payment notices and / or pay less notices.
  • Evaluating (time and / or cost) change control procedures (variations, claims, force majeure events, etc.).
  • Leading the participation in dispute avoidance (negotiation) and / or resolution (adjudication, etc.).
  • Implementing / maintaining a robust system for the provision of all contractual‑based records.
• Cost Management
  • Advising on cost‑related matters in keeping with the client’s reporting procedures.
  • Preparing and maintaining the CBS and WBS and supervising / updating any Changes to the Agreed Baseline Programme.
  • Adhering to the management and administration of project‑related change.
  • Advising on the validity of potential Change Order costs and agreeing these as the work proceeds.
  • Inputting into the assessment of earned value metrics (CPI and SPI).
  • Preparation and issuance of project and contract‑based cost forecasts, liabilities and accruals.
  • Implementing / maintaining a robust system for the provision of all cost‑based records.
  • Assessing the validity of any Contractor claims both in terms of entitlement and quantum.
• Estimating
  • Providing estimating advice and support to the client in keeping with best industry practice.
  • Preparing of and / or assuring estimates and / or cost plans.
  • Drafting unambiguous assumptions and exclusions associated with individual estimates.
  • Supervision of the measuring and quantifying scope from drawings and specifications.
  • Undertaking value engineering exercises with the wider project team.
  • Advising on benchmarks and qualifying the same as required.
• Planning & Reporting
  • Supervising and issuance of all programme‑related correspondence to protect the project interests.
  • Reporting periodically on all commercial‑based KPI’s or SLA’s in an accurate and robust manner.
  • Ensuring commercial matters are managed within agreed governance parameters.
  • Inputting into the assessment of earned value metrics (CPI and SPI) and input into monthly dashboards.
  • Advising on the commercial implications of potential time‑based mitigation measures.
  • Implementing / maintaining a robust system for the provision of all planning‑based records.
  • An understanding of project governance frameworks, assurance processes and reporting requirements, including the ability to operate effectively within structured client governance arrangements.
• Procurement & Tendering
  • Advising on regulated and unregulated tender events in keeping with best industry practice.
  • Ensure Non‑Disclosure Agreements are concluded and any amendments are agreed with client and G&T legal team.
  • Agreeing the Tender Evaluation technical /commercial weighting and scoring matrix with the client prior issuance of ITT.
  • Preparing procurement and contract strategies to satisfy the client’s requirements.
  • Issuing robust but concise commercial‑related elements of tender documentation.
  • Leading the Management of tender clarifications and queries in tandem with the wider project team.
  • Leading the evaluation of tender returns in compliance with the predetermined evaluation criteria.
  • Issuance of periodic tender reports, from ITT, Tender Returns and qualifications and Final Recommendation Report.
  • Preparing Contract Award Documentation whilst minimising the risk of challenge by unsuccessful tenderers.
• Risk Management
  • Identifying the top 10 risks on the project and their potential cost and time impact (periodic updates).
  • Providing risk‑related advice and support to the client in keeping with best industry practice.
  • Liaising with the wider project team to support the risk management process.
  • Reviewing of commercial elements of risk registers at regular intervals.
  • Measuring and quantifying risks in keeping with project‑related requirements.
  • Leading the managing and administering contractual risk workshops recording acceptance / mitigation measures and implementing Change Control procedures as applicable after client approval.
  • Implementing / maintaining a robust system for the provision of all risk‑based records.

Location: Please note that this role will be centered in the London office but travel to client offices will be required with an anticipated 3 days a week at either client offices or site, subject to client requirements. Client sites may be located across the UK.

About You

• Degree qualified, ideally within a construction related discipline.
• MRICS accreditation is preferred, but not essential. We will support the training programme required to gain your further professional qualification.
• Experience in leading large scale infrastructure projects, ideally within the energy and utility sector.
• Possess both pre and post contract experience.
• Experience of working under construction contract terms and conditions, preferably NEC or similar. Practical experience on infrastructure projects, Enabling Works for large scale projects would be an advantage.
• Have previous experience within a consultancy environment.
• A proven ability to work on own initiative to meet project deliverables.
• A strategic thinker with an ability of broad problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in a client focused environment with a personal commitment to the delivery of excellent client service.
• Possess a positive attitude with a willingness to get involved in business wide initiatives.
• Be proficient in Microsoft platforms, especially Excel, Word, Powerproject and EDMS systems etc.
• Ability to perform as a team player working closely with internal teams, the client, and other project team players to ensure effective communication and coordination.
• Possess a driven mindset to manage facilitate timely issuance of reports and other deliverables.
• Experience with CostX or similar quantification platforms.