Senior Commercial Manager

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to oversee contract management and compliance across UK Nuclear Power Stations. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a company vehicle or allowance. The role involves auditing contracts, managing stakeholder relationships, and enhancing financial performance through effective risk management. With a focus on commercial compliance and supporting large-scale projects, this position is perfect for a dynamic individual looking to make a significant impact in a leading energy services firm. Join a diverse team committed to energy transition and innovation!

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life cover up to three times annual salary

Employee discounts

Cycle-to-work scheme

Learning opportunities

Mental wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Relevant commercial experience in FM/PFI sectors.
• Knowledge of UK construction law and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Director and manage stakeholder relationships.
• Identify and report risks, enhancing financial performance.

Skills

Commercial Experience

Financial Analysis

Communication Skills

Risk Management

Education

Degree in Surveying

Diploma in Built Environment

Job description

EQUANS is looking for a Senior Commercial Manager to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week. The package includes a competitive salary, a company vehicle or allowance, bonus, and benefits.

The post holder can be based anywhere in the UK.

The role involves supporting the Commercial Director, auditing contracts, and ensuring contractual and company objectives are met. The Senior Commercial Manager will support operational teams across UK Nuclear Power Stations, providing contract management, profit improvement, and compliance oversight. They will manage stakeholder relationships including client representatives, operational teams, and support functions such as risk, finance, legal, and HR. They will also oversee a Commercial Manager based in Scotland.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Identifying, monitoring, and reporting risks
2. Supporting risk management at all levels
3. Enhancing financial performance through contractual knowledge and root cause analysis
4. Managing variation/change control to maximize revenue
5. Handling confidential and commercially sensitive information
6. Leading governance to ensure contractual and internal compliance
7. Raising awareness of contractual responsibilities among colleagues
8. Seeking efficiencies and service optimization
9. Enforcing commercial compliance through audits and standards
10. Supporting large-scale projects from bidding to delivery and closure
11. Managing cash flow within the contract sector
12. Negotiating and resolving disputes professionally and equitably, including managing contractual claims
13. Ensuring governance over subcontractors
14. Providing commercial support to account management teams
15. Developing and delivering commercial proposals to secure or extend contracts, building relationships with client representatives, and managing risks in bidding processes

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, car or allowance, bonus, and benefits
• 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Life cover up to three times annual salary
• Employee discounts, cycle-to-work scheme, CSR days, learning opportunities, employee networks, and mental wellbeing support

Candidate requirements:

• Relevant commercial experience in sectors like FM/PFI
• Degree or diploma in Surveying, Built Environment, or related fields
• Knowledge of UK construction law
• Excellent communication and financial analysis skills
• Understanding of risk management and business assurance systems
• Ability to pass a DBS Standard check

About us:

EQUANS is a global leader in energy services, operating in over 50 countries with a significant presence in the UK & Ireland, focusing on energy transition and digital industrial solutions. As a Bouygues group company, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups.

Next steps:

If interested, please apply online. We support positive action and encourage diverse applications. Evidence of right to work in the UK is required; no relocation package is offered. All inquiries should go through our Resourcing Team.