Commercial Manager

Movar; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project solutions provider in England is seeking a Commercial Manager with solid commercial management experience in utilities or infrastructure sectors. The role involves managing commercial aspects of projects, providing expert contract advice, and ensuring compliance with governance and reporting requirements. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and be Chartered or pursuing Chartership. This is an opportunity to be part of a growing organization that values integrity, drive, and empathy in its team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience of commercial management within organisations, projects and programmes.
• Knowledge of pre and post contract management and procurement.
• Experience in utilities or rail/infrastructure sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all commercial aspects of projects and ensure compliance.
• Lead commercial valuation and approval of contractor applications.
• Provide expert advice on change control and risk mitigation.
• Prepare and process client payment applications.

Skills

Commercial management

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Risk mitigation

Cost reporting

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent

Chartered or pursuing Chartership – RICS

Job description

About Movar

At Movar, we understand that project delivery is getting increasingly complex. Since 2013, we’ve been helping companies of all sizes improve the way projects are delivered.

Our mission is to be the number one provider of innovative project solutions, driven by a community of experienced, caring, and passionate project professionals—all seeking to improve the way projects are delivered.

Our vision is simple yet powerful: to improve the lives of people everywhere through the delivery of projects. We provide tailored services ranging from organisational systems implementation to project transformation and complete programme recovery.

We’re proud to have been named Winners of the Global Project Controls Innovation of the Year Award 2024.

Why Join Movar?

Movar is in an exciting period of growth, and there’s never been a better time to be part of our journey. We’re building something special—scaling our business while staying true to our people-first approach.

At Movar, we invest in our teams, fostering an environment where development is valued and individuals are encouraged to grow with the company. Our unique culture sets us apart from other consulting practices, and we’re keen to build a team that is as ambitious as we are.

Our IDEAL Values:

• Integrity – We do the right thing, always.
• Drive – We push boundaries and strive for excellence.
• Empathy – We care deeply about our people and clients.
• Adaptability – We embrace change and thrive in it.
• Loyalty – We stand by each other and our mission.

The Commercial Manager will require knowledge and experience in pre and post contract management and procurement within commercial contract management ideally in the Utilities sectors or the rail / infrastructure sectors.

You will be expected to utilise experience and knowledge of supplier relationships and contract management to drive efficiencies in the supply chain. Working as part of projects and programmes to deliver the strategic aims of their designated portfolios.

The Commercial Manager will have extensive, proven experience of commercial management within organisations, projects and programmes. Member of a relevant professional institute with Chartered status.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage, monitor and report on all commercial aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with client Corporate Governance and cost reporting requirements.
• Lead commercial review, valuation and approval of high value/high risk contractor applications per contractual terms.
• Provide expert advice on change control, scope changes and risk mitigation for projects and programs.
• Prepare and process client payment applications/invoices, attend valuation meetings, manage commercial correspondence and contractual notices.
• Lead final account settlements and project closeouts within agreed timelines.
• Support cost analysis, benchmarking and continual improvement of estimating processes.
• Assist in pre-contract procurement, negotiation of contract prices, provide NEC & JCT contract and procurement advice.
• Oversee commercial management: cost estimates, procurement, subcontracts, actuals vs. forecast and variance analysis.
• Manage contract administration, change events, final accounts and supply chain relationships.
• Identify and mitigate project/program risk, including disputes and disallowed costs.
• Ensure adherence to project governance, reporting and risk management procedures.
• Manage project portfolios, liaise with functional teams, Project Boards and provide strategic advice to senior stakeholders.
• Contract (NEC & JCT) and procurement advice to help support the project team

What do we need from you:

• Relevant degree or equivalent
• Chartered or pursuing Chartership – RICS
• Solid commercial management experience, including client-facing or consulting roles
• Worked in principal contract roles