Senior Commercial Manager

Rullion Managed Services; England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading managed services provider is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager for the Hinkley Point C project in Bridgwater, UK. This role involves leading commercial management of major contracts in a hybrid work environment, with a focus on performance management, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation. Candidates should possess strong experience in commercial and contract management, ideally in infrastructure or construction projects, as well as relevant qualifications. Competitive rate of up to £480 per day PAYE is offered for this 12-month contract.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Supportive work environment

Opportunity to influence a major project

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in commercial management within major infrastructure projects.
• Confident in managing stakeholders and contractors effectively.
• Familiarity with commercial processes and change controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management from pre-award to execution.
• Monitor contract performance against KPIs and objectives.
• Provide commercial advice on risks and disputes.

Skills

Commercial and contract management

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Performance management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Chartered status with RICS or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Senior Commercial Manager
Location: Bridgwater (Hybrid - on site 3 days per week)
Rate: Up to 480 per day PAYE / 650 per day Umbrella
Contract: 12-month contract (with potential extension)

About the Role

Are you ready to play a key part in one of Europe's largest and most complex infrastructure programmes? This is an exciting opportunity to join the Hinkley Point C project as a Senior Commercial Manager, where you'll drive commercial performance and support the safe, cost-effective delivery of a nationally significant nuclear development.

In this role, you'll lead the commercial management of major contracts from pre-award through to execution and closure. You'll work closely with procurement, engineering, finance, delivery and project teams to ensure robust contract administration, effective change management, and strong commercial governance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support procurement during contract creation, definition of requirements, review of scope, and negotiation activities
• Lead all post-award commercial management, including pricing, variations, contract changes, supplier management and risk mitigation
• Monitor contract performance through KPIs, cost reporting and contractor submissions, ensuring alignment with programme objectives
• Provide commercial advice on risks, claims, disputes and forecast management
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure compliance with procedures and governance requirements
• Lead commercial close-out activities and support continuous improvement

About You

We're looking for a commercially excellent, detail-driven and influential Senior Commercial Manager with:

• Strong experience in commercial and contract management within major infrastructure, construction or energy projects
• Sound knowledge of commercial processes, performance management, change control and risk management
• Confident stakeholder management and the ability to challenge and influence contractors professionally
• Degree in Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management or a related field
• Chartered status (or working towards it) with RICS or equivalent
• Eligibility for UK Security Vetting (typically 3 of the last 5 years residency)

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working - 3 days per week on site in Bridgwater
• Opportunity to shape delivery within a landmark UK nuclear project
• Dynamic, supportive and collaborative working environment

How to Apply

If you're ready to take on a high-impact commercial leadership role within a world-class engineering programme, we'd love to hear from you.

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