Commercial Manager

Advise Concession and Project teams including wider business on contractual, legal and regulatory requirements, including grant funding, subcontract and procurement agreements. Leading compliance with internal Governance Process.

Client Details

Our client is a growing UK-based energy infrastructure business, delivering low-carbon heating and cooling solutions across residential and commercial developments.

Operating a portfolio of energy centres and district energy networks, the business plays a key role in supporting the UK''s energy transition. With continued expansion across the UK, they are strengthening their regional commercial capability.

Description

We are looking for a Commercial Manager to join the London HQ, supporting the management and optimisation of a portfolio of long-term service and concession contracts.

This is not a traditional project QS role. Instead, the position focuses on commercial oversight, contract interpretation, and risk management across operational assets, working closely with Senior Commercial Managers and Regional Directors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and manage a portfolio of existing customer, supplier, and concession contracts
• Ensure compliance with contractual, legal, and regulatory requirements
• Support contract amendments, variations, and dispute resolution
• Identify and assess commercial risks within contracts
• Support development of risk registers and mitigation strategies
• Analyse contract performance and highlight opportunities for optimisation
• Ensure compliance with internal governance processes
• Support reporting on contract performance, risks, and KPIs
• Contribute to regional commercial strategy and decision-making.

Profile

A successful Commercial Manager should have:

• Strong ability to interpret contracts and understand commercial implications
• Good financial and analytical capability
• Understanding of risk, compliance, and governance frameworks
• Confident communicator with ability to influence stakeholders
• Experience in commercial / contract management within:
  • Energy / utilities
  • Infrastructure
  • Facilities management
  • Engineering environments

Job Offer

A competitive salary and strong benefits package including a car allowance and a discretionary bonus.