Commercial Manager

Matchtech; Tipton; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Tipton is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee the delivery of various projects with a focus on AMP8. This role requires managing change, stakeholder communication, and ensuring compliance with financial standards. Candidates should possess professional membership of RICS, CIOB, or ICE, along with a strong understanding of NEC3 & 4 contracts. The position offers a salary of £70k-£80k along with benefits including a company pension contribution and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

6% matched Company pension contribution

Company car allowance (£4,900)

Single person’s private medical cover

Generous company holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Appropriate qualifications and professional membership.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of NEC3 & 4 contracts.
• Ability to simplify complex issues and convey information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial delivery of projects from inception to completion.
• Manage change and operational efficiency.
• Ensure projects satisfy customer requirements.

Skills

Exceptional negotiation skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Knowledge of NEC3 & 4 contracts

RICS, CIOB or ICE membership

Education

Professional membership of RICS, CIOB or ICE

Tools

NEC3 & 4 contracts

IChemE

JCT and MF1

Job description

Our Water Civil Engineering client is seeking a Commercial Manager to join their Tipton-based team on a permanent basis, supporting AMP8 projects.

The Commercial Manager will oversee the commercial delivery of a dynamic portfolio of projects. Following an internal promotion, this role offers an exciting opportunity to manage all commercial aspects of projects from inception through to completion. You will be involved in budgeting, risk management, stakeholder communication, and contract management to ensure projects meet financial targets and compliance standards. With the launch of AMP 8, you'll lead the Commercial department, driving performance across frameworks and projects.

Our client is part of a wider group of companies 3000 strong, so there are opportunities for growth and progression across the business.

Responsibilities

• Aiding with Business Development activities, including assisting with Framework and Bid submission packs.
• Effectively manage change and operational efficiency, continuously identify areas for business improvement.
• Understand the requirements of the Customers and ensure that the Project is managed commercially to satisfy those requirements and in keeping with Customer Focus Strategy.
• Manage and support projects on commercial and supplier contracting aspects of projects across the business unit.
• Assess and report on commercial aspects of project performance and elevate as appropriate.
• Ensuring Monthly Commercial Reports are completed accurately.
• Ensure the team complies with all Regulations and Company Policies & Processes.
• Developing and improving Commercial Policies and Procedures.
• Manage relationships with key external and internal stakeholders.
• Manage costs and budgets efficiently, reporting monthly while helping to develop annual business budgets and strategies for growth; ensure that established policies, culture, and standards are effectively applied within the commercial team.

Skills / Qualifications / Experience

• Appropriate qualifications and professional membership of the RICS, CIOB or ICE.
• A comprehensive working knowledge of NEC3 & 4 contracts, including Options A & C.
• A working knowledge of IChemE, JCT and MF1 forms of contract.
• Exceptional negotiation, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to drive and influence others, simplify complex issues and convey information concisely and effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• Valid CSCS card and EUSR Water Hygiene Card (training provided).

Benefits

• Salary £70k-£80k depending on experience.
• 6% matched Company pension contribution.
• Company car allowance (£4,900).
• Single person’s private medical cover.
• Generous company holiday allowance.
• Hybrid working out of Tipton main office.