Senior Commercial Manager

JR United Kingdom; Whitehaven; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction industry seeks a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial team for a major framework at Sellafield. This role offers a chance to work on significant infrastructure projects worth around £1bn over the next 15+ years. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience in managing large construction projects. Join us to build Britain's future heritage.

Benefits

Flexible benefits

Performance-related progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing a team constructing large infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial team and protect commercial interests.
• Manage commercial, cost administration, and risk management.
• Foster relationships with PPP partners.

Skills

Commercial Management

Risk Management

Cost Administration

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying

Job description

As a result of a major Framework win within Sellafield, we are now seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead the commercial team; this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career through an industry-leading collaboration.

This framework will see projects delivered through an industry-leading collaboration between the client, programme partners, delivery partners, and suppliers working together as an integrated team. Our role will include the design development and delivery of the Concrete Structures, Groundworks, and Blockwork package, estimated to be worth around £1bn over the next 15+ years.

Sir Robert McAlpine is celebrating 155 years of history as a family-owned business that has stayed true to its values. Over the years, we've developed a unique culture—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 upcoming projects and opportunities. Join our collaborative team to advance your career and proudly build Britain’s future heritage with us.

The Senior Commercial Manager Role:

1. Reporting to the Framework Director, you will also work closely with the Deputy Commercial Director and Operations Director - Nuclear to ensure a compliant contract and protect our commercial and contractual interests.
2. You will be responsible for commercial, cost administration, and risk management through an onsite and offsite team.
3. Working closely with the PPP partner, you will foster relationships demonstrated by the Partner's confidence in reporting.

Your Profile:

1. You will have a degree in BSc Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management or equivalent experience/memberships.
2. You will have construction industry experience with a main contractor managing a team constructing large infrastructure projects.

Rewards

We're ready to invest in you and your future, offering wide-ranging, performance-related progression opportunities. Our competitive rewards packages feature flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle and priorities.

Join Us

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

Sir Robert McAlpine is committed to being a truly inclusive employer. Even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you—especially if you're part of a group underrepresented in construction. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of society in our workforce. As a family-run business with strong family values, we aim to create a supportive, empowering, and inclusive environment for all team members.