Commercial Manager

Commercial Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor based in Manchester is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee multiple projects. You will manage commercial and contractual aspects, including risk management and negotiations, with a strong focus on NEC contract administration. Ideal candidates will have a background in civil engineering or infrastructure and hold a relevant degree. The role offers a competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000, supporting the growth of the business in the North West and wider UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or senior Quantity Surveyor role.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Background in main contracting or civil engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial and contractual aspects from pre-contract to final account.
• Administer NEC3 / NEC4 contracts, manage early warnings and compensation events.
• Oversee cost control, forecasting, cash flow, and commercial reporting.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Contract administration

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager with strong NEC contract experience to lead the commercial function across multiple civil engineering projects. You will play a key role in protecting commercial position, managing risk and driving profitability while working closely with operational and senior leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing all commercial and contractual aspects of projects from pre-contract through to final account.
• Administration of NEC3 / NEC4 contracts, including early warnings, compensation events and change management.
• Preparing and agreeing valuations, variations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Overseeing cost control, forecasting, cash flow and commercial reporting.
• Managing subcontract procurement, negotiation and performance.
• Identifying, managing and mitigating commercial risk while maximising value.
• Providing accurate commercial reports and updates to senior management.
• Supporting and mentoring junior commercial staff where required.
• Working collaboratively with project and delivery teams to ensure commercial alignment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering or infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and their practical application.
• Background in main contracting, civils, utilities or groundworks environments.
• Excellent commercial awareness, negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar (RICS desirable but not essential).

A well-established and growing civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Manchester. The business delivers a range of civils, utilities and groundworks projects across the North West and wider UK, working with both public and private sector clients. Known for technical expertise, strong leadership and a collaborative culture, the company continues to expand through repeat business and long-term frameworks.

Competitive salary of £75,000 - £85,000.