Senior Commercial Manager – Large-Scale Infra Projects

Laing O'Rourke; Haverhill; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is looking for a Senior Commercial Manager based in Haverhill, England, to oversee multiple structures within significant infrastructure projects like Sizewell C. The candidate should possess strong knowledge of NEC contracts, relevant experience, and ideally be degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. Responsibilities include managing commercial risks, supporting a team of surveyors, and negotiating with stakeholders. The role is integral to delivering clean energy solutions and involves engaging with complex project environments.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Experience within infrastructure and/or power sectors.
• Geotechnical or piling experience desirable.
• Degree qualified in a relevant discipline (Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management).
• Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Commercial responsibility for multiple structures across the project.
• Advise and manage commercial risks within the project.
• Provide a team of surveyors with support and guidance on their job responsibilities.
• Form an integral part of the multidisciplinary sub‑teams responsible for project delivery and client service.
• Support the interim applications for payment and agreements.
• Manage, administer and settle subcontractors' accounts.
• Prepare and manage any claims.
• Negotiate with client's representatives, subcontractors and consultants.

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is looking for a Senior Commercial Manager based in Haverhill, England, to oversee multiple structures within significant infrastructure projects like Sizewell C. The candidate should possess strong knowledge of NEC contracts, relevant experience, and ideally be degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management. Responsibilities include managing commercial risks, supporting a team of surveyors, and negotiating with stakeholders. The role is integral to delivering clean energy solutions and involves engaging with complex project environments.