Commercial Manager

Network Rail; York; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Rail is seeking a Commercial Manager to oversee post-contract commercial activities and support pre-contract efforts for medium-value railway projects. This role involves ensuring cost efficiency, managing compliance, and leveraging expertise in a hybrid working environment. Join us to contribute to innovative railway projects that enhance safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in commercially managing investment projects.
• Strong knowledge of railway and construction industry contracts.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience in managing contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost reporting for allocated projects.
• Monitor compliance with corporate governance.
• Influence decision-making from a commercial perspective.

Skills

Commercial management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

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About Network Rail

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more!

Location

York, GB

Department Name

GBRX

About Network Rail

Our passengers and freight users are at the heart of everything we do. We help connect people to their friends and families and get goods to their destination safely and efficiently. We're an organisation where people matter. Watch our video to find out more!

We're continuing to build a diverse organisation which is representative of the people we serve. We want to harness the skills and expertise of our people and attract the best talent, to enable a safe and accessible railway for everyone. To learn why inclusion is important to us, please click here .

About our people and the recruitment process - We're an inclusive employer of choice and we welcome applications from everyone!

We encourage our colleagues to work flexibly, as we know traditional working patterns don't always fit. If you want to consider working flexibly, just let us know and we'll do our best to help and invest in your career with us , whilst you have a healthy work life balance.

We're also a Disability Confident Leader employer and we'll try our best to adapt the process and offer a reasonable alternative to help support people with disabilities access, apply and interview for roles.

About GBRX

At GBRX, we are leading the way in transforming the railway industry through innovative and impactful projects. We are seeking a Commercial Manager to provide expert post-contract commercial management and support pre-contract activities for medium-value and medium-risk projects.

GBRX is dedicated to modernising the railway sector with a focus on innovation and operational excellence. Join us to be part of a team that is shaping the future of rail transport. We offer a hybrid working environment, balancing office-based collaboration with the flexibility of remote work.

Brief Description

This role sits within the Industry Partnership for Digital Railway (IPDR) area of GBRX. IPDR is bringing together track and train to deliver game-changing digital in cab signalling. This technology unlocks greater capacity, enhanced safety and a more affordable and greener railway for passengers and freight and the taxpayer. Transformation on this scale is only possible through close collaborative working across all sectors of the railway and is a real-world example of industry coming together with a common goal.

About The Role (External)

As a Commercial Manager, you will be integral to managing post-contract commercial activities and supporting pre-contract efforts for medium-value and medium-risk projects. You will leverage your expertise to ensure cost efficiency and adherence to governance standards.

You will bring experience from complex programmes or business change environments and will be keen to understand industry business models and partner priorities across various sectors. A strong grasp of governance and assurance controls for managing public money is essential, as is being a trusted expert in both pre- and post-commercial management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the programme and project teams in monitoring compliance with Network Rail corporate governance and rules.
• Manage cost reporting for allocated projects, including Cost Forecasting and Anticipated Final Cost.
• Monitor and report on all commercial aspects of projects, proposing mitigation actions for any issues.
• Influence decision-making from a commercial perspective and review contractor delivery.
• Manage the assessment and valuation of contractor applications and payment certifications.
• Provide advice on change management and produce documentation for approval.
• Produce payment applications/invoices and manage commercial risk and claims.
• Provide management information and analysis for informed decision-making.
• Ensure proper retention and archiving of commercial records and undertake final account settlements.
  
  
  

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in commercially managing investment projects.
• Strong knowledge of railway and construction industry contracts and best practices.
• Proven negotiation skills and experience in managing contracts.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence contractor behaviour.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to risk management.
  
  
  

Desirable Skills:

• Degree in a relevant subject.
• Membership of a professional institute or chartered status.
• Significant experience in a generalist commercial environment.
• Awareness of industry issues within the railway and construction sectors.
  
  
  

Ready to make a difference with your commercial expertise? Apply now to join GBRX and contribute to pioneering projects that shape the future of rail transport

How To Apply (External)

Salary : £43,588 - £50,018 range

Click apply now to apply.

Hybrid working opportunity! This role is based in York or Kings Cross, London.

What does our recruitment process look like?

• Once you have applied, our Recruitment Specialist will look at your CV.
• If your experience matches what we're looking for, you'll be invited to a face to face interview with the hiring manager
  
  
  

Drugs and Alcohol Standard:

Our Drugs and Alcohol Standard is changing as of 16.01.2023. All prospective candidates who have not been offered a conditional role by 16.01.2023 will be required to undergo and pass a drugs and alcohol test. Your application will be rescinded if you record a positive test. All positive drugs and alcohol test results for prospective candidates will be securely held on Sentinel database and a 5 year suspension from applying for a safety critical role, a role which requires PTS certification or a Key Safety role on Network Rail Managed Infrastructure will be enforced.

You can visit Evenbreaks Career Hive for advice on accessibility support if you're unsure of the options available. Should you require any reasonable adjustments/modifications, please add a note to your application.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Rail Transportation

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