Strategic Commercial Lead

Costain Group PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major infrastructure organization in Greater London is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead their commercial team. The successful candidate will oversee contract management, ensure adherence to governance, and develop practical solutions to challenges. With a focus on cash management and relationships with stakeholders, ideal candidates will possess strong financial acumen, experience in the construction industry, and relevant qualifications such as RICS membership. This role offers the opportunity to shape commercial strategies and ensure successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable financial and commercial acumen.
• Extensive experience of technical minute taking at contractual meetings.
• Proven negotiating and team-working skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Extensive experience of drafting effective contractual correspondence.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial input at work winning stage.
• Responsible for cash management.
• Liaison and negotiation with the Customer's commercial team.
• Manage and report on matters relating to insurances relevant to the project.
• Ensure all health, safety, and environmental risks are handled.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Negotiating skills

Analytical skills

Team-working skills

Problem-solving

Education

RICS / CICES accredited degree

Full Membership of RICS or CICES

Job description

A major infrastructure organization in Greater London is seeking a Senior Commercial Manager to lead their commercial team. The successful candidate will oversee contract management, ensure adherence to governance, and develop practical solutions to challenges. With a focus on cash management and relationships with stakeholders, ideal candidates will possess strong financial acumen, experience in the construction industry, and relevant qualifications such as RICS membership. This role offers the opportunity to shape commercial strategies and ensure successful project delivery.