Commercial Performance Lead - Gas Operations

Cadent Foundation; Worsley; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension scheme (double match up to 18%

25 days holiday + statutory days

Extra day off each year

Career development with funded options

Flexible working

Job summary

Cadent seeks a Commercial Management Specialist to drive commercial excellence across its operations in Worsley. The role focuses on cost control, contract management and governance, partnering with operations and suppliers to deliver value for money.

You’ll analyze costs, challenge submissions and influence decisions that affect project delivery and regulatory outcomes. A relevant degree and NEC/framework contract experience are essential, with leadership across a high-performing team valued.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a commercial discipline with strong contract management experience.
• Proven ability to review contractor submissions, pricing proposals and commercial risks.
• Experience with NEC, Term and framework contracts and governance.

Responsibilities

• Drive commercial performance and cost control across operational activities.
• Challenge contractor submissions and claims to ensure value for money.
• Support contract management and commercial governance across programmes.
• Lead continuous improvement in processes and efficiencies across Cadent’s operations.

Skills

Commercial management

Cost control

Contract management

Analytical judgement

Stakeholder management

Performance and assurance

Leadership and collaboration

Operational delivery understanding

Education

Degree in commercial discipline

Job description

Cadent seeks a Commercial Management Specialist to drive commercial excellence across its operations in Worsley. The role focuses on cost control, contract management and governance, partnering with operations and suppliers to deliver value for money.

You’ll analyze costs, challenge submissions and influence decisions that affect project delivery and regulatory outcomes. A relevant degree and NEC/framework contract experience are essential, with leadership across a high-performing team valued.