Commercial Manager - London

Balfour Beatty; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Commercial Manager on a vital rail project. This role offers the opportunity to lead commercial and financial management from inception to completion, ensuring project success. You'll mentor junior staff while overseeing contract negotiations and managing risks. With a flexible work environment and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position is perfect for those passionate about impactful infrastructure work. Enjoy a competitive salary and a range of benefits that support work-life balance and professional development.

Benefits

Smart working with flexible hours

25 days paid annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Pension and share incentive plan

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience managing a commercial team in construction projects.
• Chartered Member of RICS, ICES, or CIOB preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and financial delivery of projects.
• Oversee tender submissions and contract negotiations.
• Manage commercial risks and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Strategic change management

Achievement focus

Business and customer awareness

Knowledge of rail and civil engineering projects

Knowledge of NEC3 & NEC4 contracts

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

MSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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About the role

Our innovative thinking shapes our industry; equipping the world for tomorrow's challenges.

Join our Rail team as a Commercial Manager on the Beckton Project and contribute to meaningful work you can be proud of!

What you'll be doing

As Commercial Manager, you will be responsible for the commercial and financial management of projects from inception, tendering, negotiating, and agreeing contracts both internally and externally. Post-award, you will oversee the full controlled commercial delivery of projects.

You will be a key part of the project delivery team, holding responsibilities for the commercial and financial success of each project.

Typically, you will have managed and developed a commercial team, be a Chartered Member of RICS, ICES, or CIOB, and act as a mentor/role model to other commercial staff. You will also maintain your Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial and financial delivery of projects.
• Oversee tender submissions, contract negotiations, and financial reporting.
• Manage commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure effective procurement and supply chain management.
• Mentor and develop junior commercial staff.

Who we're looking for

The following qualities/experience are required:

• Strategic change management
• Achievement focus (achieving results)
• Business and customer awareness
• Promotes organizational aims & objectives
• Manages customer needs
• Manages opportunities & threats
• Knowledge of rail and civil engineering projects is advantageous
• Knowledge of standard contract forms used within the rail sector, including NEC3 & NEC4

Essential qualifications include:

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience
• Membership of or working towards RICS, ICES, or CIOB chartership

Why work for us

Our teams deliver some of the UK's most ambitious, exciting, and meaningful projects, developing and maintaining vital infrastructure that supports the economy and communities.

Why join us?

Contribute to impactful work and enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Smart working with flexible hours and up to 40% remote work
• 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
• Family-friendly policies including generous maternity, adoption, paternity, and partners leave
• Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more

About us

Balfour Beatty is at the heart of the UK's rail networks, designing, enhancing, and maintaining rail infrastructure across the lifecycle of assets, including electrification, track, power, civils, and systems.

Diversity and inclusion

We value diversity and inclusion as key to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. Learn more at www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion.

We are members of WISE, enei, the Business Disability Forum, and AFBE. We signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to promote Black Inclusion. We are also a Gold Award holder in the MoD 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we aim to support applicants with disabilities and long-term health conditions. If you meet the minimum requirements, we will offer an interview. More info at https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/.

If you have feedback on our resourcing process, please contact us at [e-mail].