Head of Commercial

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Commercial to drive performance across major projects. This pivotal role works closely with the Managing Director to set strategic direction and enhance governance in commercial processes. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in contracting environments, particularly within energy infrastructure. Join us to influence strategy and lead teams towards delivering exceptional outcomes while strengthening client relationships.

Qualifications

• Significant commercial leadership experience within contracting environments.
• Proven exposure to energy infrastructure or rail frameworks.
• Excellent communication and leadership presence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function across multi-disciplinary programmes.
• Work alongside the MD to drive performance and business strategy.
• Strengthen commercial processes and risk management.

Skills

Commercial leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Contractual knowledge

Risk management

Education

Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent qualification

Job description

Are you a strategic commercial leader ready to shape the direction of a thriving infrastructure business? Our client, a well-established contractor with an evolving portfolio across regulated sectors, is seeking a Head of Commercial to work closely with the Managing Director and drive commercial performance across major projects - including a growing footprint in the energy sector.

The Role

This senior appointment will take responsibility for leading commercial strategy, governance and delivery. You'll guide commercial teams, influence business decisions, and ensure robust financial, contractual and operational performance. Acting as a key partner to the MD, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping business growth, client relationships, and delivery success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial function across multi-disciplinary programmes

• Work alongside the MD to set direction, drive performance and support business strategy

• Strengthen commercial processes, governance, risk management and reporting

• Build strong client and stakeholder relationships across regulated markets

• Champion value creation, innovation and efficiency in programme delivery

About You

• Degree, HND/HNC or equivalent qualification

• Professionally qualified (or equivalent senior-level experience)

• Significant commercial leadership experience within contracting environments

• Proven exposure to energy infrastructure (e.g., National Grid) and/or rail frameworks

• Strong contractual knowledge and commercial acumen across project lifecycles

• Excellent communication, leadership presence and stakeholder engagement skills

If you're motivated by influencing strategy, shaping delivery outcomes, and working shoulder-to-shoulder with senior leadership to drive growth - we'd love to speak with you.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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