Commercial Engineer

Exclusively Remote; Durban; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil and utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager to join their team on a flagship infrastructure project. The role requires proven experience in infrastructure projects, strong NEC4 Option C contract expertise, and exceptional stakeholder engagement skills. This strategic position is remote, with an excellent remuneration package and potential career progression.

Benefits

Excellent remuneration package

Accommodation provided if required

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager on major infrastructure or utilities projects.
• In-depth understanding of NEC4 Option C contracts.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities on large-scale infrastructure projects under NEC4 Option C.
• Oversee cost planning, value engineering, and financial forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations through effective contract administration.

Skills

Commercial management

NEC4 Option C contracts

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Financial forecasting

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Job description

Overview

Commercial Manager (Infrastructure / Utilities / NEC4 Option C)

Industry : Civil Engineering / Utilities / Infrastructure

About the Role

A leading civil and utilities contractor is seeking an experienced Commercial Manager with strong NEC4 Option C contract experience to join their team on one of Ireland's largest and most high-profile infrastructure projects.

This is a strategic, remote position, ideal for someone with a proven background in utility and road infrastructure and a strong grasp of Design & Build (D&B) contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all commercial activities on large-scale infrastructure projects under NEC4 Option C.
• Oversee cost planning, value engineering, and financial forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations through effective contract administration.
• Provide commercial insight and input into key strategic decisions.
• Support pre-contract and post-contract activities including tenders, subcontractor procurement, and pricing strategies.
• Manage change control processes, claims, and dispute resolution.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reports.
• Collaborate closely with clients, project teams, and stakeholders to drive commercial performance.

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience and Skills :

• Proven experience as a Commercial Manager on major infrastructure or utilities projects.
• In-depth understanding of NEC4 Option C contracts.
• Extensive knowledge of utility and road infrastructure sectors.
• Strong familiarity with Design & Build (D&B) contract environments.
• Ability to work full-time on site in the Dublin region.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a flagship infrastructure project.
• Excellent remuneration package.
• Accommodation provided if required.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment with career progression potential.