Commercial Manager

Eiffage Kier Ferrovial BAM; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Commercial Manager to join its team in Milton Keynes. The role involves managing cost and cashflow reporting, optimizing commercial outcomes, and collaborating with various departments. The ideal candidate should hold a Quantity Surveying degree and have experience as a Commercial Manager. This position offers competitive salary and is ideal for those looking to work in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor position.
• Successful experience in achieving positive commercial outcomes.
• NEC & Major Project experience.

Responsibilities

• Handle cost, value, productivity, and cashflow reporting.
• Manage risk and opportunities effectively.
• Develop strategies for project delivery.

Skills

Collaboration with departments

Commercial management

Risk management

Cost optimization

Strategic delivery

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or similar

Membership in relevant professional institution (CICES, RICS)

Job description

About The Role

At EKFB (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) we’re shaping infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four of our partners bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high‑speed rail projects.

We’re recruiting for a Commercial Manager to join our Commercial team based in Milton Keynes.

Responsibilities

• Cost, Value, productivity and cashflow reporting.
• Collaborative approach.
• Cost Optimisation and best value.
• Change management incl. assessment and negotiation of change.
• Risk/opportunity identification and management.
• Strategy development and delivery.
• Commercial advice, support and input for procurement.
• Commercial management of Subcontract/Professional Services/Supplier subcontracts and accounts (including dispute identification/management).
• Contract advice and managing contractual notices.
• Compliance with business processes and procedures.
• Development of innovations/processes/procedures.
• Supply chain and client management/care.

About Us

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market‑leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies: Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high‑speed rail projects.

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80 km section of the new high‑speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope of the works includes 15 viaducts, 5 km of green tunnels, 22 km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward‑thinking culture, then please apply today. In return, we’re offering a competitive salary & benefits.

EKFB brings together international, market‑leading technical expertise. We have an industry‑leading track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey Gateway and the Bretagne‑Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to be an exemplar employer of choice and to continue to strengthen our inclusive working environments, where everyone feels they truly belong and can bring their whole and authentic selves to work. Many of our people work flexibly and we will be happy to talk with you about how this could work for you.

EKFB are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support our people throughout their employment journey. Please contact us if there are any reasonable adjustments or additional support you might require for making an application.

Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.

Pre‑Employment Checks

It’s worth remembering that we’ll undertake the relevant/standard employment checks if you’re successful in the selection process. This includes applying for references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks.

Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding process).

About You

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Qualified with a Quantity Surveying degree or similar.
• Member of a relevant professional institution (CICES, RICS etc.).
• Experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor position.
• Successful experience at Commercial Manager/Senior Quantity Surveyor level, demonstrating skill in delivering a positive commercial outcome for the project(s) with which you have been associated.
• An ability as a leading member of the Commercial Team to proactively collaborate with other departments to achieve common project goals, mission, and vision values.
• The ability to work closely with the operational delivery team to listen, learn and take on board new concepts. Ensure delivery of personal and team action, develop and set strategies. A desire to mentor and develop team members.
• NEC & Major Project experience.
• Must have a valid drivers licence and access to own vehicle.
• Must have a valid CSCS card (White or White/Yellow).