Commercial Manager (MEP)

Sir Robert McAlpine Ltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Bridgwater is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager (MEP) to oversee large-scale construction projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience managing MEP packages, a degree in a related field, and a strong focus on commercial awareness and profit optimization. This role offers competitive salary and progression opportunities, contributing to groundbreaking projects in the UK's green energy sector.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing MEP packages on large-scale projects.
• Full project lifecycle expertise with strong strategic mindset.
• Professional certifications in procurement and contract administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage key commercial functions including procurement and contract administration.
• Focus on profit and cash flow while maximizing project value.
• Ensure seamless project transitions while maintaining cost control.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Data interpretation

Budget optimisation

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or related discipline

Job description

Commercial Manager (MEP)

Sir Robert McAlpine

Bridgwater

£58,941 per year - estimated ?

NEW

Sir Robert McAlpine is proud to have been awarded a prestigious contract to deliver a cutting‑edge gigafactory – a transformative project at the heart of the UK's green industrial revolution.

In its initial phase, the project involves the design and construction of a 15GWh lithium‑ion battery manufacturing facility, complete with ancillary buildings and extensive site‑wide infrastructure works.

Once complete, this facility will rank among the largest battery production sites in the UK, with the capacity to supply nearly half of the country's projected automotive battery needs by the early 2030s.

Why join us?

Sir Robert McAlpine is celebrating 155 years of history, as a family‑owned business that has stayed true to its values. Through the years we've developed a culture very much our own – creating an environment that brings out the best in people who share our commitment to excellence.

Right now, we’re excited about continuing the company’s legacy through the projects and opportunities ahead. Join our collaborative team to achieve more from your career by proudly building Britain’s future heritage with us.

Commercial Manager – MEP – Major Project

• Recognised MEP Commercial Manager with strong commercial awareness, a focus on profit and cash flow, and experience working on Construction Management (CM) projects.
• Proven track record in managing all key commercial functions, including procurement, tendering, contract administration, variations, and subcontractor packages through to final account.
• Broad industry experience across multiple sectors, with a commitment to minimising risk and cost while maximising value through detailed analysis of labour, plant, and materials.

Your profile

• Extensive experience managing MEP packages on large‑scale, complex projects, including multi‑discipline coordination, budget optimisation, and technical oversight across diverse buildings and infrastructure developments.
• Full project lifecycle expertise from pre‑contract through to post‑contract stages, with a strong strategic mindset and the ability to interpret data to guide business direction, ensuring seamless transitions between project phases while maintaining cost control, quality standards, and alignment with organisational objectives.
• Degree‑qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline, complemented by professional certifications and continuous professional development in relevant industry standards, procurement methodologies, and contract administration practices.

Rewards

We’re ready to invest in you and your future, and offer wide‑ranging, performance‑related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to fit your lifestyle and priorities.

We’d love you to join us in proudly building Britain’s future heritage. Apply online now.

Sir Robert McAlpine is focused on being a truly inclusive employer, even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Especially if you’re part of a group that is under‑represented in construction. Our goal is for Sir Robert McAlpine to proportionally represent the diversity of the working population in society. As a family‑run business with strong family values, our aim is to ensure that Sir Robert McAlpine is a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment for every member of our team.