Senior Commercial Manager

AtkinsRéalis Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working

Career development

Competitive compensation

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Scotland is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead commercial and contractual management across major infrastructure commissions, spanning rail, transport, energy and defence. You will act as a trusted adviser to project teams and clients, shaping commercial strategy from business case through to delivery.

In this role you will develop strong client relationships, manage risk and governance, contribute to bids and fee proposals, and mentor emerging professionals while

Qualifications

• Significant experience delivering commercial services on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management best practice.
• Experience across sectors such as transport, rail, highways, utilities, energy, defence or major civil engineering schemes.
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS or MCInstCES or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial and contractual management activities across major infrastructure commissions.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to clients, project directors and delivery teams.
• Apply expertise in NEC contracts and commercial governance to maximise project outcomes.
• Support the successful delivery of complex projects from business case through to completion.
• Develop strong client relationships and become a trusted commercial partner.
• Identify opportunities for growth whilst supporting business development initiatives across Scotland and the wider UK.
• Contribute to bids, fee proposals and commercial strategies for major opportunities.
• Mentor and develop emerging commercial professionals, helping to build the next generation of talent.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationally and internationally to share best practice and deliver innovative solutions.
• Support financial performance, forecasting and commercial reporting across project portfolios.

Skills

Commercial leadership

NEC contracts

Contract management

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Business development

Education

MRICS / MCInstCES

Job description

Job Description

Overview

Shape the future of major infrastructure. Deliver projects that matter.

At AtkinsRéalis, our Complex Projects team is at the forefront of delivering some of the most challenging and high-profile infrastructure programmes across Scotland, the UK and internationally. We are seeking an ambitious and commercially astute Senior Commercial Manager to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in driving successful delivery across a diverse portfolio of complex projects.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside industry-leading professionals on programmes spanning rail, transportation, energy, defence, utilities, aviation and major public infrastructure. You’ll have the opportunity to influence strategic decisions, support business growth, and help shape the commercial outcomes of projects that transform communities and economies.

We offer a flexible and collaborative working environment where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and your career ambitions can thrive.

Based in Scotland, you’ll contribute to regional opportunities while also supporting national and international commissions, providing unparalleled exposure to world-class clients and industry-leading projects.

Why Join Our Complex Projects Team?

• Work on some of the UK’s and world’s most prestigious infrastructure programmes.
• Play a leading role in Scotland’s growing infrastructure investment programme.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across regional, national and international markets.
• Influence commercial strategy on high-value and complex projects.
• Enjoy genuine opportunities for career development.
• Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements within a highly supportive culture.

Your role

As a Senior Commercial Manager, you will be a trusted adviser to project teams and clients, providing senior commercial leadership across the project lifecycle.

You will:

• Lead commercial and contractual management activities across major infrastructure commissions.
• Provide strategic commercial advice to clients, project directors and delivery teams.
• Apply expertise in NEC contracts and commercial governance to maximise project outcomes.
• Support the successful delivery of complex projects from business case through to completion.
• Develop strong client relationships and become a trusted commercial partner.
• Identify opportunities for growth whilst supporting business development initiatives across Scotland and the wider UK.
• Contribute to bids, fee proposals and commercial strategies for major opportunities.
• Mentor and develop emerging commercial professionals, helping to build the next generation of talent.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationally and internationally to share best practice and deliver innovative solutions.
• Support financial performance, forecasting and commercial reporting across project portfolios.

About you

We are looking for an individual who combines commercial excellence with strong leadership and relationship-building skills

You will ideally have:

• Significant experience delivering commercial services on major infrastructure or construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts and commercial management best practice.
• Experience across sectors such as transportation, rail, highways, utilities, energy, defence or major civil engineering schemes.
• Excellent stakeholder and client engagement skills.
• A proven ability to influence project outcomes and support strategic decision-making.
• Experience in managing risk, opportunity and commercial governance on complex programmes.
• A collaborative leadership style with a passion for developing others.
• Professional accreditation such as MRICS, MCInstCES, or equivalent.
• A growth mindset and enthusiasm for working across regional, national and international markets.

Your Career with AtkinsRéalis

This role offers more than just project delivery. It provides the opportunity to:

• Build your profile across one of the industry’s most respected infrastructure consultancies.
• Work directly with senior leaders on market-leading projects.
• Develop expertise across multiple sectors and geographical regions.
• Contribute to Scotland’s infrastructure ambitions while gaining exposure to international programmes.
• Progress your career within a business committed to investing in its people and future leaders.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.