Commercial Manager

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Harry Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global consultancy in the UK seeks a Commercial Manager for the energy sector. You will manage large-scale contracts, contribute to electronic systems for contract management, and mitigate commercial risks. Ideal candidates will have a background in Quantity Surveying, experience in Nuclear/Civil sectors is a plus. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working arrangements, and rich opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Programme

Global travel scholarship programme

Volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• Experience in Nuclear or Civil engineering sectors is desired.
• Broad technical knowledge in Procurement and Supply Chain.
• Professional qualifications like RICS, CIOB are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts under NEC3 Options A, C, and E.
• Prepare monthly commercial reports and update risk registers.
• Carry out contract administration duties.
• Support procurement activities from tender strategy to contract award.
• Identify and manage commercial risks.
• Support supply chain performance reviews.

Skills

Commercial Management

Quantity Surveying

Contract Administration

Risk Management

Supply Chain Management

Procurement

Education

HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying or similar

Degree in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management

Tools

NEC3 Contract Management

Contract Management Systems

Job description

Commercial Manager – Energy Sector (Nuclear)

Location: Bristol – mixture of site and office

Type: Permanent | Full-time | Flexible working with core hours

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1875, we are proud to deliver award‑winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Climate change and Sustainability is at the top of our agenda, we have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth in the past years as we contribute to a sector that will have trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of the change, managing life‑changing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join our team on a permanent basis, supporting the delivery of a major energy infrastructure programme. In this role, you will be responsible for the commercial and contractual management of large‑scale professional services and construction contracts. You will also contribute to the development and operation of electronic contract management systems, while leading on contract administration, risk planning, and commercial strategy implementation.

Your day to day could sometimes involve:

• Managing contracts under NEC3 Options A, C, and E, including drafting and reviewing early warning notices, and assessing Compensation Events
• Preparing monthly commercial reports and updating project risk registers
• Carrying out contract administration duties, including valuations, payment certifications, and programme assessments
• Supporting procurement activities – from tender strategy and supplier engagement through to contract award and post‑award performance monitoring
• Contributing to the development and operation of electronic contract management systems
• Identifying and managing commercial risks, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place
• Supporting supply chain performance reviews and negotiations

However no two days are the same, we are a flexible team that support each other’s projects as well as getting in involved with wider business activities and we believe that variety is key to your development.

Who we're looking for

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management, experience in the Nuclear / Civil engineering / Engineering (Including Service Contracting) sectors is desired but not essential.
• Broad spectrum of technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost and Commercial Management – ideally both pre and post contract. Experience of standard forms of contract, including the NEC suite, and Public Contract Regulations 2015 would be beneficial, and candidates personal and communication skills, ambition, drive and energy will be considered equally important to be successful.
• Ideally HNC, HND or Degree qualified in a Quantity Surveying / Cost Management, Construction Law, or similar / relevant discipline, or in some case applicants with an alternative background (e.g.: Engineering) may be considered.
• Professional qualifications and/or membership of the RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable, and will be supported if not already attained.
• Highly developed commercial skills and demonstrable ability to make sound decisions on matters of significant financial value.

What we can offer you in return

• Clear opportunities to develop and grow your career through training and further qualifications
• Fantastic networking opportunities to grow your personal brand and expand your understanding of the industry
• Generous holiday allowance plus the option to purchase additional days through the holiday purchase scheme.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well‑being comes first
• Our global travel scholarship programme gives you the unique opportunity to gain global experience
• Flexible working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work‑life balance
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations
• Unparalleled support from central teams and a company that is recognised as a Great Place to Work

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.