Commercial Manager

TN United Kingdom; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Commercial Manager to lead the Process & Water sector. This pivotal role involves managing a talented team of Quantity Surveyors while overseeing contract management for a diverse portfolio. You will build strong client relationships, ensure effective cash flow control, and contribute to tender documentation. With a commitment to career development and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and benefits, including flexible working hours and a company car. Join a thriving company dedicated to excellence in engineering and construction.

Benefits

Company car or allowance

Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days

Company pension scheme

Discretionary annual bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working hours

Bike to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Extensive commercial experience in a Commercial Manager role.
• Strong negotiation skills and proven leadership for managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors across multiple locations.
• Oversee contract management and maintain cash flow control.
• Prepare commercial reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial Management

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

Contract Management

Relationship Building

Legal Knowledge

Education

RICS Qualification

BSc in Quantity Surveying

Equivalent Experience

Tools

NEC Suite of Contracts

Job description

We have a rare opportunity to recruit a Commercial Manager to head our Process & Water sector. Based at our Head Office in Southampton, the Commercial Manager will oversee the full commercial function for all of our water and process clients. Work comprises Mechanical, Electrical & Civil Engineering works on both clean and dirty water contracts, with a combined portfolio of £85m - £90m per annum, predominantly using NEC suite of contracts & IChemE.

Reporting to the Director of Process & Water and working closely with the Commercial Director, duties include but are not limited to:

1. Manage a team of Quantity Surveyors across three office locations throughout the South of England.
2. Provide leadership and guidance to the Process & Water commercial teams.
3. Establish and maintain productive relationships with clients’ teams.
4. Oversee contract management and administration, including change management and assessing cost implications of proposed changes.
5. Maintain control of cash flow and expenditure.
6. Prepare commercial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
7. Collaborate with the Planning Manager to ensure successful programme management.
8. Support and advise delivery teams on commercial matters, working closely with Operations Managers and Framework Directors.
9. Oversee finalisation of contractor accounts and contract close-outs.
10. Handle dispute resolution, including reviewing contractor and supplier claims.
11. Contribute commercial input to tender documentation.
12. Review all instructions for potential cost implications.

Desired Skills / Background:

1. RICS or equivalent qualification.
2. BSc in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management, or equivalent experience.
3. Extensive commercial experience, particularly in a Commercial Manager role.
4. Experience within the water & process sector.
5. Knowledge of NEC Suite of Contracts.
6. Strong negotiation skills and relationship-building abilities.
7. Proven leadership and motivational skills for managing teams.
8. Legal, contractual, and construction knowledge.

At Trant, we offer career development opportunities within a professional, friendly, and safe working environment. We support professional qualifications and provide diverse project experiences across industry sectors.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Company car or allowance
• Holiday entitlement starting at 24 days, increasing to 28, plus 8 bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working hours
• Hybrid working where applicable
• Bike to Work Scheme

About Trant:

Trant Engineering Limited is a multi-discipline Engineering & Construction company with offices and projects throughout the UK and overseas. Our divisions include Energy, Oil & Gas, Process & Water, International, and Control & Automation. With over 750 employees and a projected turnover of £180m this year, it is an excellent time to join us.