Commercial Manager

Smart 4 EPC; Leyfields; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a dynamic Commercial Manager to oversee procurement and contracts for high-value projects in the UK. This role involves managing financial transparency and collaborating with stakeholders in key sectors such as water and defence. Ideal candidates will have strong problem-solving and leadership skills, experience with NEC3/4 contracts, and the ability to work on-site part of the week.

Qualifications

• Experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors.
• Expertise in NEC3/4 contracts.
• Willingness to work on-site at least 3 days/week.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy and contract execution.
• Identify commercial risks and ensure financial clarity.
• Manage cost planning and change control.
• Oversee supplier performance and compliance.

Skills

Financial modelling

Commercial problem-solving

Leadership

Team management

Risk management

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a dynamic and strategic Commercial Manager to lead commercial operations for high-value programmes within the water, environmental, defence, and nuclear sectors. In this role, you will manage procurement, contracts, and project delivery, ensuring financial transparency, compliance, and performance across multi-work stream programmes. You'll collaborate closely with senior stakeholders, delivery teams, and supply chain partners to drive smart, resilient infrastructure projects.

Location & Type

Location: Midlands-based with UK-wide flexibility • Type: Full-time • Sectors: Water, Environment, Defence, Nuclear

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy, contract execution, and post-contract delivery
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks while ensuring financial clarity
• Manage cost planning, change control, and final account negotiation
• Oversee supplier performance and foster strong supply chain relationships
• Ensure compliance with NEC3/4, FIDIC, UK law, and regulatory frameworks
• Support work-winning teams and guide junior team members

What You Bring

• Strong financial modelling and commercial problem-solving skills
• Experience in water, environment, defence, or nuclear sectors
• Expertise in NEC3/4 contracts and risk management
• Proven leadership and team management abilities
• Willingness to work on-site at least 3 days/week
• Right to work in the UK

This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of sustainable infrastructure and support some of the UK's most vital sectors