Commercial Lead

PSR Solutions are working with an established client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Commercial Lead to head up their Commercial department on a permanent basis. This role with be based in the Wolverhampton with projects located across the UK.

Commercial Lead Roles and Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial management of multiple infrastructure projects, ensuring profitability, cost control, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Oversee procurement strategies, subcontractor selection, and supply chain negotiations to achieve best value and minimise risk.
• Manage contract administration, including NEC/JCT contracts, ensuring timely submission of applications, variations, and claims.
• Provide commercial input during tendering, including pricing strategies, risk assessments, and bid reviews.
• Monitor project financial performance, including forecasting, cost/value reconciliation, and margin improvement initiatives.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate commercial risks across Civils, Light Rail, and Highways projects.
• Lead and mentor quantity surveyors and commercial staff, promoting best practices and professional development.
• Develop and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships to support repeat business and framework opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with company governance, industry regulations, and relevant standards within infrastructure sectors.
• Support dispute resolution processes, including negotiations, adjudications, and claims management where required.

Commercial Lead Requirements

• BSc in Quantity Surveying or similar commercial related course
• Experience working within Rail, Light Rail or Highways would be ideal
• Civils knowledge across; S278, RC Works, Drainage, Fencing and Retaining Structures
• Solid understanding of both JCT and NEC4
• Professional membership of appropriate body
• Leadership experience with the ability to influence at all levels
• Precontract and tender Knowledge
• Excellent legal/contractual knowledge
• Valid driving licence

Commercial Lead Benefits

• Salary DOE - -45,000 - -100,000
• Company Car / Car Allowance
• Based in Wolverhampton with projects across the UK
• Company pension

If you are interested in this Commercial Lead role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions

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