Senior Commercial Manager

March; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Commercial Manager, where you will lead the financial and commercial aspects of diverse infrastructure projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring compliance, managing risks, and supporting profitable growth. You will have the opportunity to work across various sectors including defense and healthcare, contributing to strategic planning and project success. The company values employee wellbeing and offers a supportive environment, making this an exciting opportunity for career development in a growing business.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Employee Wellbeing Programs

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Commercial Manager in MEP projects.
• Proven ability to manage contracts and financial aspects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial and commercial aspects of the Infrastructure business.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients and suppliers.
• Monitor project costs and ensure completion within budget.

Skills

Commercial Management

MEP Projects Management

Risk Management

Contract Negotiation

People Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant Degree

Professional Qualification

Job description

We are March, the UK's leading provider of critical engineering services. Our expertise as a multi-disciplinary engineering partner across infrastructure, process, and digital services has led to long-term partnerships with leading organizations in sectors such as food and drink, utilities, defense, aerospace, and nuclear.

Due to continued growth, we are now recruiting a Senior Commercial Manager to join our infrastructure team based in Burton Upon Trent. The Senior Commercial Manager will oversee the financial and commercial aspects of the Infrastructure business.

This role involves estimating, bid writing, supporting Business Development, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and providing strong leadership to support profitable growth alongside the Operations Director.

Our Infrastructure team delivers M&E projects across sectors including Defence, Retail, Rail, Commercial, Industrial, and Healthcare, with project scopes ranging from small to large-scale initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers in line with company policies.
• Communicate contractual mechanisms and notifications to project teams and advise on contract administration.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met, managing amendments and disputes.
• Identify risks during tendering, document them, and develop mitigation plans.
• Support risk management at project and business levels.
• Contribute to strategic planning and growth initiatives.
• Monitor project costs to ensure completion within budget.
• Resolve project challenges, disputes, or issues as they arise.
• Manage project budgets, control costs, and prepare CVRs.
• Identify, cost, and agree on changes or variations promptly to secure entitlement.
• Meet financial targets and provide regular updates to senior management.

Skills and Experiences:

• Proven experience managing the commercial aspects of MEP projects.
• Minimum 5 years as a Commercial Manager.
• Experience with MEP building services, including LV & HV infrastructure, lighting, small power, data networks, HVAC, LTHW, and renewables (desirable).
• Excellent listening, questioning, and consulting skills.
• Strong people management abilities.
• Effective communication and networking skills at all levels.

Qualifications:

• Full UK driving license.
• Relevant degree or professional qualification.
• Membership of a recognized professional body (desirable).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• A supportive environment valuing employee wellbeing.
• Opportunities for career development within a growing business.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process. Please contact us to request accommodations.