Commercial Manager - Glasgow

Altrad Services A/S; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Innovative and collaborative workplace

Job summary

Altrad are looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team in a hybrid role (office-based and home). The successful candidate will oversee commercial strategy, governance, and contract administration for major infrastructure and engineering projects within the nuclear defence sector across full project lifecycles, from pre-contract through to execution.

Applicants should bring extensive NEC3/NEC4 expertise, strong leadership and stakeholder management, and a track record of

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge and practical experience of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and commercial management principles.
• Proven experience leading commercial teams and managing delivery across large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong commercial acumen with negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience developing commercial and procurement strategies within complex project environments.
• Understanding of cost management, forecasting, change control, risk management, and contract administration.
• Ability to interpret complex technical and contractual information and provide commercially sound solutions.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience managing client relationships, subcontractor performance, and supply chain engagement.
• Strong leadership capability with mentoring and developing commercial professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all commercial activities across major infrastructure and engineering projects within the nuclear defence sector
• Develop and implement commercial strategies that support objectives, project delivery, and growth
• Provide commercial leadership across pre-contract to execution
• Manage NEC3/NEC4 contract administration and governance
• Lead tendering, bid evaluation, negotiations, and commercial decisions
• Drive cost management, forecasting, budgeting, and reporting to meet targets
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities
• Provide strategic commercial advice to senior stakeholders and leadership
• Lead and support multidisciplinary commercial teams and foster performance
• Manage client, subcontractor, and supply chain relationships
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution including change control and claims
• Ensure adherence to governance, policies, and best practice

Skills

NEC3/NEC4 contracts

Commercial leadership

Negotiation

Cost management

Forecasting

Risk management

Procurement strategies

Stakeholder management

Contract administration

Job description

About The Role

Altrad are currently looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to join the team.

The nuclear defence sector in the UK is vital for maintaining national security and strategic stability. It offers dynamic and challenging career opportunities for individuals committed to contributing to the country's defence and security. The sector seeks talented professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and operational excellence.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager with a strong background in the commercial delivery and procurement of major infrastructure projects, with particular expertise in NEC4 forms of contract. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial strategy, governance, risk management, and contract administration across complex, high-value programmes. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial performance, supporting business growth, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects from pre-contract through to execution.

Working pattern: hybrid (office based & home)

Key Deliverables:

• Lead and oversee all commercial activities across major infrastructure and engineering projects within the nuclear defence sector
• Develop and implement commercial strategies that support business objectives, project delivery, and long-term growth
• Provide commercial leadership throughout the full project lifecycle, including pre-contract, procurement, contract award, and project execution
• Manage NEC3/NEC4 contract administration, ensuring effective commercial governance and compliance across projects
• Lead tendering, bid evaluation, contract negotiations, and commercial decision-making processes
• Drive robust cost management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting to ensure commercial performance targets are achieved
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks and opportunities, implementing effective risk management strategies
• Provide strategic commercial advice and guidance to senior stakeholders, project teams, and business leadership
• Lead and support multidisciplinary commercial teams, fostering collaboration, performance, and professional development
• Manage client, subcontractor, and supply chain relationships to ensure successful commercial outcomes
• Support dispute avoidance and resolution activities, including management of change control, compensation events, and contractual claims
• Ensure adherence to company governance, policies, procedures, and industry best practice standards

Key Requirements / Qualifications:

• Extensive knowledge and practical experience of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and commercial management principles
• Proven experience leading commercial teams and managing commercial delivery across large-scale infrastructure projects
• Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation, analytical, financial, and problem-solving skills
• Experience developing and implementing commercial and procurement strategies within complex project environments
• A strong understanding of cost management, forecasting, change control, risk management, and contract administration
• The ability to interpret complex technical and contractual information and provide commercially sound solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
• Experience managing client relationships, subcontractor performance, and supply chain engagement
• Strong leadership capability with experience mentoring and developing commercial professionals

About Us

At Altrad, our people create endless opportunities.

We are the leading provider of support services transforming our nations critical infrastructure to operate safely and sustainably.

With over 16,000 talented people across our region, we provide the full spectrum of critical services including consulting, design, engineering, construction, asset life optimisation through to decommissioning, for industries both onshore and offshore.

Why Join Us?

• Work on high-impact projects within a leading organisation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.

As an employer, we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and wellbeing of all our people.

Inclusivity Statement

We are committed to making our recruitment process accessible and inclusive. If you require any adjustments at any stage – including interviews or assessments, please let us know. We’re happy to discuss what would help you take part fully.