Commercial Manager

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Enable Infrastructure, a leader in UK construction, is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee project delivery and manage risks across a diverse portfolio. This pivotal role involves leading a commercial team, managing high-value contracts in dynamic sectors like energy and rail, and fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability. Competitive benefits, including generous leave and a bonus scheme, make this an exciting opportunity for professionals aiming to enhance their careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday off

Additional leave purchase scheme

Salary sacrifice pension

Bonus scheme - up to 20% of salary

Professional development reimbursement

Inclusive and diverse work environment

Focus on health and wellbeing

Opportunities for community engagement

Salary sacrifice schemes (Gym memberships, cycle to work)

Qualifications

• Experience managing multi-million construction contracts, ideally in Energy/Power/Renewables/Rail sectors.
• Understanding CVR processes for successful outcomes.
• Line management experience for team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial team for project administration and management.
• Ensure proactive contract management and accurate financial reporting.
• Negotiate high-value contract variations and claims.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation

Communication

Contract law

Leadership

Education

Degree in a relevant commercial/construction subject

Professional qualification/membership (RICS/CICES/CIOB)

Job description

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Enable Infrastructure is a leading force shaping UK infrastructure. We bring a wealth of experience and deep knowledge to every project we undertake, ensuring exceptional results for our clients. We have a well-deserved reputation for delivering complex, multi-disciplinary projects on time and within budget. Our expertise extends beyond principal contracting, as we also excel in the role of a subcontractor, offering a seamless and collaborative approach for any size and scope of project.

This team acts as a full turnkey solutions provider, offering a comprehensive range of services for any infrastructure development project. Whether it’s rail, highways, utilities, energy connections or power systems, we have the expertise and resources to handle every aspect, from initial planning and design to construction and final completion.
We foster a culture of innovation, constantly seeking new and better ways to deliver projects. We also prioritise sustainability, implementing environmentally responsible practices in all our work.

Being part of an SME will enable you to gain full exposure to how a construction business operates interfacing with our pre-construction, procurement, delivery, resourcing, hire and other departments. Training development is bespoke tailoring it to your development plan.

Job Purpose

Positive commercial strategisation and administration for our portfolio of projects is essential to ensure the effective delivery of successful results and management of key risks and opportunities.

This role requires the leadership of a commercial team towards the effective commercial management of a portfolio of projects and frameworks from pre-construction to final account.

You will ensure the effective administration and management of the projects in line with the IMS, maintaining accurate reports and forecasts and will lead the creation and utilisation of a variety of processes which will ensure proactive contract management and administration, accurate turnover, cost and cash forecasting, change and risk management and periodic financial reporting.

You will provide line management and training of direct reports as well as representing the wider Commercial Team both in internal and external capacities.

Job requirements

• Experience Commercial management of a portfolio of £multi-million construction contracts, ideally in the Energy/Power/Renewables/Rail sectors and or infrastructure utilities industry.
• Experience of managing a team of individuals at various stages of their careers, across multiple disciplines.
• Understanding and management of the CVR processes with a keen belief in delivering successful commercial outcomes.

Qualifications

• Formal qualification, ideally at degree level or above, in a relevant commercial/construction subject.
• A member of or working towards an appropriate professional qualification/membership is also expected (RICS/CICES/CIOB).

Technical skills

• Can formulate, present and negotiate high-value contract variations and claims from a variety of contract forms through to client agreement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to negotiate and influence decisions.
• Can read, interpret and measure construction drawings.
• Understanding of contract law.
• Timely administration of sub-contractor and supplier accounts in line with contractual timescales
• Line management experience is preferable as well as experience of preparation and presentation of periodic reporting
• Accurate administration and reporting of all commercial costs, payment information and associated data.
• Raising of sub-contractor and vendor purchase orders upon request.
  Contract profit margin to be delivered at or above business targeted margin.

What we provide

In addition to a passion for a strong work-life balance and flexibility/core hours working, you can expect:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Additional leave purchase scheme
• Salary sacrifice pension
• Bonus scheme - up to 20% of salary
• Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships
• An inclusive and diverse environment, embracing the variety of cultures, backgrounds and lifestyles of our employees
• A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and a network of positive mental health champions
• Opportunities to give back to our communities through our social value program
• Salary sacrifice schemes such as Gym memberships, cycle to work

This is an exciting time to join the business during a time of transition into new markets including energy connections, power, battery storage, drainage and water sector led schemes in addition to our current rail offering. Get in touch to learn more out the business and how we can enhance your career.