Senior Commercial Manager

Gleeds; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gleeds is looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to support a major nuclear infrastructure project in Bristol. This full-time role involves overseeing contract management, supporting pre- and post-contract activities, and contributing to Britain's power generation future. The successful candidate will bring relevant experience, a strong educational background, and a commitment to excellence in project management.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Opportunities for career development

Global travel scholarship programme

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management, preferably in Nuclear or Civil Engineering.
• Broad technical knowledge in Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost, and Commercial Management.
• Strong commercial skills for sound financial decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Management of contracts from inception to completion.
• Operating with NEC 3 form of Contract Options A, C, and E.
• Monthly Commercial Reporting and issuing payment certificates.

Skills

Contract Management

Commercial Skills

Risk Management

Negotiation

Education

HNC, HND, or Degree in Quantity Surveying

Professional qualifications or membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS

Job description

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• Bristol/HPC - 3 days on HPC site with the rest of the days being local office/home. Travel and expenses paid including accommodation if needed.
• Permanent
• Full-time with flexible working and core hours

Gleeds is a leading global property and construction consultancy. Independent since 1885, we are proud to deliver award-winning projects around the world. We are an accredited Great Place to Work employer, with our people at the heart of everything we do. Climate change and Sustainability are at the top of our agenda. We have been established within the energy sector for the past 40 years and have achieved significant growth, contributing to a sector that will see trillions of pounds of investment over the next decade. Our teams are at the forefront of change, managing projects in Solar, Hydrogen, Nuclear, Renewables, and Defence, and we want you to be part of that too.

About The Role

Senior Commercial Manager

• Bristol/HPC - 3 days on HPC site with the rest of the days being local office/home. Travel and expenses paid including accommodation if needed.
• Permanent
• Full-time with flexible working and core hours

We are recruiting a Senior Commercial Manager to join our team permanently, supporting a major nuclear infrastructure project, Hinkley Point C. As a Senior Commercial Manager, you will manage large professional service and construction contracts, support the development and operation of electronic contract management systems, and oversee contract and risk management planning and implementation.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Britain's future power generation.

Your day to day could sometimes involve:

• Management of contracts from inception (pre-contract support, e.g., tender evaluation) to completion (post-contract support).
• Operating with NEC 3 form of Contract Options A, C, and E.
• Issuing/reviewing early warning notices.
• Priced and assessed Compensation Events.
• Monthly Commercial Reporting.
• Management of Contractors and Subcontractors accounts.
• Updating Risk Registers.
• Reviewing programmes.
• Issuing payment certificates and valuation assessments of the works.

We support a flexible work environment that encourages project involvement and wider business activities for your development.

About You

Who we're looking for

• Relevant experience in Quantity Surveying/Commercial Management, preferably in the Nuclear, Civil engineering, or Engineering sectors. Experience in Service Contracting is a plus but not essential.
• Broad technical knowledge in Procurement, Supply Chain, Cost, and Commercial Management—both pre and post contract. Familiarity with standard forms of contract, including NEC and Public Contract Regulations 2015, is beneficial. Personal skills like ambition, drive, and energy are equally important.
• HNC, HND, or Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Construction Law, or relevant discipline. Alternative backgrounds such as Engineering may also be considered.
• Professional qualifications or membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, CIPS, or other relevant Chartered Institute are desirable and will be supported if not already attained.
• Strong commercial skills and the ability to make sound financial decisions.

What we can offer you in return

• Opportunities for career development and further qualifications.
• Networking opportunities to enhance your industry understanding.
• Generous holiday allowance with options to purchase additional days.
• Competitive salary with ongoing reviews.
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and well-being.
• Global travel scholarship programme for international experience.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Volunteering opportunities.
• Supportive environment recognized as a Great Place to Work.

About Us

Gleeds offers a world of opportunity with a diverse, supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference. We have over 75 offices globally, fostering a collaborative environment that values relationships and quality work. Our core values are:

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender. We recognize the importance of work/life balance and support flexible working arrangements. Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.