Senior Commercial Manager – Major Projects (NEC)

National Highways; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure organization is looking for multiple Senior Commercial Managers to join their team in Birmingham. The role involves delivering high-quality commercial services for major projects, covering aspects like investment decisions, contract administration, and performance management. Candidates should have experience in leading commercial teams, strong analytical skills, and significant knowledge of NEC forms of contract. The ideal candidate will support decision-making processes, optimize performance, and contribute to the organization’s values of safety and customer focus.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary based on experience

Diverse working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in managing commercial teams, including matrix management.
• Ability to absorb complex information and influence stakeholders.
• Demonstrable experience optimizing value for money outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on commercial and contract management of projects.
• Provide support for decision making on commercial efficiencies.
• Drive new procurements and undertake contract document reviews.
• Analyze contract performance and identify improvements.
• Act as a commercial representative in project portfolio meetings.

Skills

Commercial team leadership

Contract management

Performance improvement

Budget management

Decision-making

Education

Professional qualification (RICS, ICE or equivalent)

Tools

NEC forms of contract

Job description

A leading infrastructure organization is looking for multiple Senior Commercial Managers to join their team in Birmingham. The role involves delivering high-quality commercial services for major projects, covering aspects like investment decisions, contract administration, and performance management. Candidates should have experience in leading commercial teams, strong analytical skills, and significant knowledge of NEC forms of contract. The ideal candidate will support decision-making processes, optimize performance, and contribute to the organization’s values of safety and customer focus.