Commercial Manager – NEC Contracts & Tenders Leader

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Coventry; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Coventry is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead a team of quantity surveyors and provide contractual expertise on multiple projects. You will negotiate terms with the supply chain and manage contract administration effectively. Ideal candidates should have a degree or RICS accreditation and extensive experience in contract management, especially within the NEC suite of contracts. This role offers numerous benefits including a bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance, and training opportunities.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave programme

Electric vehicle scheme

Two volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience with NEC suite of contracts required.
• Experience in the water or utilities industry is preferred but not essential.
• Dynamic individual with strong relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of commercial quantity surveyors.
• Negotiate and finalize work orders, prices, and terms with the supply chain.
• Run tenders and manage contract administration.

Skills

Contractual advice

Change control

Dispute resolution

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Education

Degree qualified or RICS accredited

Job description

A utility company in Coventry is seeking a Commercial Manager to lead a team of quantity surveyors and provide contractual expertise on multiple projects. You will negotiate terms with the supply chain and manage contract administration effectively. Ideal candidates should have a degree or RICS accreditation and extensive experience in contract management, especially within the NEC suite of contracts. This role offers numerous benefits including a bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance, and training opportunities.