Commercial Manager

Fourblue; Loughborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee NEC contract projects in Loughborough. The role involves driving commercial performance, managing costs, and building strong client relationships. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and strong NEC contract knowledge. A degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent is essential. This role supports hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in a Quantity Surveying role.
• Experience with NEC contracts.
• Ability to produce clear, accurate reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management of complex projects under NEC contracts.
• Advise on contracts to ensure best outcomes.
• Manage costs and protect margins.

Skills

Commercial management

NEC contract experience

Financial forecasting

Client relationship management

Change control management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager – HV and T&D Projects, Loughborough / Torquay - hybrid working. Fourblue are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager with strong NEC contract experience to join a forward-thinking engineering company in structural steel design, fabrication and installation, earthing, and mechanical installation for the UK T&D sector. This is a key role focused on driving commercial performance and delivering projects that keep the UK powered.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading the commercial management of complex projects under NEC contracts.
• Advising on contracts from the outset to ensure the best outcomes for all parties.
• Keeping a close eye on costs, forecasting financial profiles, and protecting margins.
• Managing change control, early warnings, and compensation events with confidence.
• Building strong client relationships as the go-to commercial contact.
• Driving timely applications, payments, and cashflow management.
• Supporting tenders and bids with sharp commercial insight.
• Producing clear, accurate reports that influence decision-making at senior level.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
• 10+ years experience in a Quantity Surveying role
• High level of experience in NEC contracts
• Preferably experience seeing through similar projects end to end
• Right to work in the UK

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for this role, please submit your up to date CV to this advert.