Senior Commercial Manager - Highways Infrastructure

Kenton Black Limited; Penrith; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 101,000; Full time

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Job summary

Kenton Black Limited is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major UK highways infrastructure scheme in the North West. Based in Penrith, you will drive commercial performance, manage costs, renewals and contract administration under NEC frameworks.

You will lead subcontract procurement, handle variations, and ensure governance across the project lifecycle, working with clients and street teams to protect profitability and deliver value for the client.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or highways.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Experience managing project costs, subcontractors and commercial change.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of project activities, ensuring financial targets and contractual obligations are met.
• Manage cost control, forecasting, CVRs and commercial reporting.
• Oversee subcontract procurement, payments, variations and final accounts.
• Administer NEC contracts and manage change, compensation events and commercial risk.
• Identify opportunities to maximise value and protect project profitability.
• Work closely with operational teams, clients and subcontractors.
• Ensure robust commercial governance and reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

Job description

Kenton Black Limited is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join a major UK highways infrastructure scheme in the North West. Based in Penrith, you will drive commercial performance, manage costs, renewals and contract administration under NEC frameworks.

You will lead subcontract procurement, handle variations, and ensure governance across the project lifecycle, working with clients and street teams to protect profitability and deliver value for the client.