Project Commercial Leader

Sweco; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Competitive pension contribution

Life Assurance

Private Medical Insurance

Company car or car allowance

Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

Professional subscriptions paid

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Cycle2Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts via Sweco Benefit

Salary Sacrifice Electric Vehicle

Tree planting for new starters

Job summary

Sweco UK, in collaboration with Anglian Water @one Alliance, is seeking a Project Commercial Manager to lead commercial and cost management across projects from inception to close. The role reports to the Senior Project Manager and requires strong NEC contracts experience and stakeholder engagement.

We offer hybrid working with three days on-site, career development, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will shape commercial strategy, monitor costs, and drive value while maintaining

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level and hold RICS/CIOB/CICES certification.
• Experience managing complex projects up to multi‑million pounds.
• Experience with NEC contracts.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to lead with commercial focus and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage commercial and cost management of a project or programme from inception to close out.
• Provide accurate live forecasting and cost reporting.
• Oversee NEC contract administration and advise on compliance.
• Lead and mentor a small team and drive performance.
• Offer commercial challenge and support to the Senior Project Manager.

Skills

Commercial management

Project management

Stakeholder management

NEC contracts

Negotiation

Education

Degree level + RICS/CIOB/CICES certification

Professional certification requirement

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Sweco UK, in collaboration with Anglian Water @one Alliance, is seeking a Project Commercial Manager to lead commercial and cost management across projects from inception to close. The role reports to the Senior Project Manager and requires strong NEC contracts experience and stakeholder engagement.

We offer hybrid working with three days on-site, career development, and a comprehensive benefits package. You will shape commercial strategy, monitor costs, and drive value while maintaining