Commercial Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment Ltd; Welwyn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A Hertfordshire based Rail Contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee key rail infrastructure projects. This permanent role involves managing contracts, ensuring compliance with frameworks, and collaborating closely with project teams to achieve commercial success. Join a growing company with long-term career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in commercial management within rail/infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and Network Rail procedures.
• Membership of RICS or ICES desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities across assigned rail projects.
• Manage contract administration, including NEC3/4 contracts.
• Provide accurate cost reporting and budget management.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Job description

We are currently working with a Hertfordshire based Rail Contractor seeking a Commercial Manager!

Job Title: Commercial Manager
Location: Hertfordshire (with occasional travel to project sites)
Contract Type: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Commercial Manager to join our team, supporting a portfolio of rail infrastructure projects in partnership with Network Rail. Based in Hertfordshire, this permanent role offers the opportunity to play a key part in the successful delivery of high-profile rail contracts, ensuring commercial excellence and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities across assigned rail projects, ensuring alignment with Network Rail frameworks and governance.
• Manage contract administration, including NEC3/4 contracts, change control, early warnings, and compensation events.
• Provide accurate and timely cost reporting, forecasting, and budget management.
• Support tendering and procurement processes, including subcontractor engagement and contract negotiation.
• Identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities, ensuring mitigation strategies are in place.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, planners, and engineers to ensure commercial objectives are met.
• Prepare and present commercial reports to internal stakeholders and client representatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry standards, and client requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a commercial management role within the rail or infrastructure sector.
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and Network Rail procedures.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., RICS, ICES) is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing rail contractor.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• The chance to work on nationally significant rail infrastructure projects.

Please apply today to avoid missing out on this opportunity - Interviews to be booked in this week!