Commercial Manager

MWH Treatment; Hampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water sector contractor is seeking a skilled Commercial Manager to lead commercial delivery teams. Responsibilities include driving excellence in project delivery, managing client relationships, and contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has extensive commercial experience, significant leadership qualities, and a degree in a related field. The role offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Car allowance

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Contribution Pension scheme

Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial experience within a contracting environment.
• Significant experience as Managing QS or above.
• Proven track record in managing a successful commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial excellence in project delivery.
• Negotiate contracts with clients.
• Support the procurement team with commercial advice.

Skills

Commercial experience

Leadership qualities

Contract management

Risk assessment

IT reporting systems

Ability to handle multiple projects

Education

Degree in a related subject

Job description

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About The Role

MWH Treatment is looking to strengthen their commercial team with 2 Commercial Manager's for our Thames Water framework. Based between Coppermills and Hampton where you will provide leadership and management to the commercial delivery teams and core team commercial functions for our business.

You will report directly to the Senior Commercial Manager and the responsibilities will include:

• Commercial management to drive commercial excellence into project delivery ensuring accuracy of forecasts and protection of fee at all times.
• Develop and foster relationships with client and subcontractors alike to aide delivery and contract negotiation.
• Provide commercial support to procurement team ensuring at all time value for money.
• Negotiate contracts with client ensuring adherence to MWHTs governance.
• Continuous review of commercial resource levels playing an active part in recruitment to ensure effective and efficient delivery.
• Support the Senior Commercial Manager in providing contractual and commercial training to all staff in the region.
• Support the Senior Commercial Manager in review and continuous development of commercial processes and procedures
• Undertake approvals and other processes in accordance with the MWHT authority matrix.
• Deputise for the Senior Commercial Manager as and when required.

About You

Essential

• Extensive commercial experience within a contracting environment and significant experience as Managing QS or above.
• Degree qualified or equivalent in a related subject.
• Significant experience of managing a successful commercial team.
• Experience at senior management level, you will be able to demonstrate leadership qualities that promote an environment for excellence.
• Experience & Knowledge of IT reporting systems.
• Proficient in contract management and risk assessment.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

About Us

MWH Treatment is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1400 staff working across eight regional centres, supporting six long‑term water sector frameworks and two recently won frameworks, operating both as a sole contractor but also in joint ventures and alliances.

At MWH Treatment we believe that people matter. We know to build successful, creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential, creating opportunity by inviting, embracing, and celebrating difference, our goal as an employer is to motivate, and develop our employees. By fostering a diverse range of talents and perspectives we ensure we have the breadth of viewpoints, experiences, and skills needed to succeed. Embracing diversity of all kinds enables us to provide a work environment and culture that plays a key role in attracting and retaining the right people with the right skills.

As signatories to the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant, we have made a promise to support our forces, working with the CTP to help ex veterans find work in the civilian world. We also support Mates in Mind, a charitable programme to improve and promote positive mental health in the workplace. We don't just tick boxes; we live these values every day.

What MWH offers

Packages include -

A competitive salary

Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent)

Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent)

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)

Contribution Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Health Insurance

Private Medical Insurance

And many more benefits including - cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc