Commercial Manager - Bridge & Civil Infrastructure Delivery

Laing O'Rourke; Leiston; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead commercial activities on a major bridge project in East Suffolk. You will manage subcontract drafting, administration and claims while coordinating with clients and project teams to deliver on time and within budget.

Applicants should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Commercial Management and strong experience with NEC contracts. RICS membership is desirable.

Qualifications

• Degree (or higher) in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Commercial Management.
• RICS membership is desirable, though not essential.
• Strong knowledge and practical application of NEC contracts.
• Experience in direct delivery environments supporting projects through the full lifecycle.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial activities across the project section from pre-construction through to completion.
• Coordinating with subcontractors, clients, and project teams to support successful delivery outcomes.
• Supporting financial, contractual, and commercial management to help achieve project objectives.
• Preparing monthly cost reports, contract reviews, and business planning inputs.
• Managing subcontract drafting, administration, settlements of accounts and claims.
• Overseeing change control processes and risk management.
• Providing contractual and commercial advice to project teams.
• Supporting continuous improvement and development of colleagues within the commercial team.

Skills

NEC contracts

Direct delivery

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

QS / Civil / Commercial degree

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead commercial activities on a major bridge project in East Suffolk. You will manage subcontract drafting, administration and claims while coordinating with clients and project teams to deliver on time and within budget.

Applicants should have a degree in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering or Commercial Management and strong experience with NEC contracts. RICS membership is desirable.