Signalling Commercial Manager

Advance TRS; Derby; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company based in the UK is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to oversee multiple railway signalling projects in Derby. This role involves managing the commercial aspects of the projects, ensuring compliance with NEC contracts, and supporting project teams to optimize performance. Candidates should have a strong background in rail signalling and relevant qualifications. This position is a 6-month rolling contract inside IR35.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the rail sector.
• Strong background in railway signalling projects.
• In-depth knowledge of NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple rail signalling projects from pre-contract to final account.
• Administer contracts including change control and claims.
• Support project and engineering teams in commercial best practices.

Skills

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Education

Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB or similar)

Job description

Job Title: Commercial Manager - Rail Signalling Projects

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to support a growing portfolio of railway signalling projects based in Derby. This role will play a key part in the commercial management of multiple signalling schemes, ensuring strong cost control, contractual compliance, and commercial performance across the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will bring hands‑on experience within rail signalling, with a solid understanding of Network Rail frameworks, contracts, and delivery environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial management of multiple rail signalling projects from pre-contract through to final account
• Management of budgets, forecasts, CVRs, and cost control
• Contract administration (NEC preferred) including change control, compensation events, and claims
• Supporting project and engineering teams to ensure commercial best practice
• Managing and mentoring commercial staff where required
• Working closely with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Ensuring compliance with company procedures and rail industry standards

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor within the rail sector
• Strong background in railway signalling projects (essential)
• In‑depth knowledge of NEC contracts
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong commercial, contractual, and financial acumen
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Eligible to work in the UK

Desirable

• Experience working on Network Rail frameworks
• Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB or similar)
• Knowledge of major rail signalling systems and delivery processes

This is a 6 month rolling contract inside IR35

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.