Commercial Lead - Power & Renewables

Mane Contract Services; Dublin; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mane Contract Services in Ireland seeks an experienced Commercial Lead to own the commercial strategy and performance for our Power & Renewables business unit operating across Ireland and the UK.

You will lead the commercial function across the full project lifecycle, from opportunity assessment and tendering through to contract execution, delivery and final account settlement, developing strategies and governance.

Qualifications

• Degree in a related engineering or commercial discipline.
• Significant experience in a senior Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying, or commercial leadership role.
• Experience in power, energy, utilities or infrastructure projects, with renewables experience desirable.
• Proven track record managing commercial performance across multiple projects.
• Extensive knowledge of construction contracts, commercial negotiations, risk management, cost control and final account procedures.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing commercial teams.
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, margin protection and cash flow management.
• Willingness to travel regularly to offices and project sites across Ireland and the UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all commercial activities across the Power & Renewables Business Unit.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with wider business objectives.
• Review and negotiate contract terms, ensuring appropriate commercial protections are in place.
• Oversee commercial performance across the full project lifecycle, from tender through final account.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, variations and cash flow, providing clear reporting.
• Work with Operations, Engineering, Planning and Quantity Surveying teams to maintain cost control and commercial discipline.
• Develop strategic client relationships and framework agreements.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Business Unit's commercial team.

Skills

Senior leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Strategic thinking

Delivery-focused

Financial acumen

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or Commercial Management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lead to take ownership of commercial strategy and performance across a growing Power & Renewables Business Unit operating throughout the UK and Ireland.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for a commercially driven professional with a strong background in engineering, construction, power or infrastructure projects. You will lead the commercial function across the full project lifecycle, from early-stage opportunity assessment and tendering through to contract execution, project delivery and final account settlement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all commercial activities across the Power & Renewables Business Unit.
• Drive revenue, margin and cash flow performance through effective commercial controls, forecasting and reporting.
• Develop and implement commercial strategies aligned with wider business objectives.
• Establish consistent commercial processes, governance frameworks and reporting standards.
• Strengthen commercial awareness and capability across project teams and the wider business.
• Lead commercial input into tendering, bid strategy, pricing, risk assessment and project selection.
• Review and negotiate contract terms, ensuring appropriate commercial protections are in place.
• Interpret contractual obligations and advise operational teams on commercial entitlements, liabilities and risks.
• Support negotiations with clients, subcontractors and suppliers from initial tender through to contract award and project completion.
• Identify opportunities to improve contract terms, maximise value and protect business profitability.
• Oversee commercial performance across the full project lifecycle, from tender submission through to final account.
• Monitor project costs, budgets, forecasts, variations, claims and cash flow.
• Ensure accurate and timely commercial reporting, providing clear visibility of project performance.
• Work collaboratively with Operations, Engineering, Planning and Quantity Surveying teams to maintain cost control and commercial discipline.
• Identify, assess and manage contractual, financial and commercial risks across the
• Develop practical mitigation strategies and escalating significant issues with clear recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, quality procedures and commercial governance frameworks.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, reporting and audit trails to support effective decision-making.
• Promote a proactive approach to risk management, dispute avoidance and contractual compliance.
• Support the development and management of strategic client relationships and framework agreements.
• Work alongside senior leadership to identify new opportunities across power, energy and renewable infrastructure.
• Provide commercial input into business planning, market expansion and long-term growth strategies.
• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and key supply chain partners.
• Lead, mentor and develop the Business Unit's commercial team.
• Establish clear objectives, performance expectations and development plans.
• Promote collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement across the commercial function.
• Build a high-performing team with a strong focus on commercial results and professional development.
• Oversee the commercial management of subcontractors and suppliers, including contractual obligations, variations and payment processes.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, Commercial Management or a related engineering or commercial discipline.
• Significant experience in a senior Commercial Management, Quantity Surveying or commercial leadership position within engineering, construction or infrastructure.
• Strong experience across power, energy, utilities or infrastructure projects, with renewable energy experience highly desirable.
• Proven track record of managing commercial performance across multiple projects or
• Extensive knowledge of construction contracts, commercial negotiations, risk management, cost control and final account procedures.
• Demonstrable experience leading and developing commercial teams.
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, margin protection and cash flow management.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and negotiation skills.
• A strategic and analytical mindset, combined with a practical, delivery-focused approach.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and work collaboratively across commercial and operational functions.
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly to offices and project sites throughout Ireland and the UK.