Commercial Manager

We are recruiting for a Tier 1 Main Contractor who have an opportunity for you to join them as Commercial Manager for their major Power Framework.-

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Job Title: Commercial Manager

-Location: Oxford office based with travel around the region as needed

-This position offers a couple of days working from home-

-Sector: Power-

We are recruiting for a Tier 1 Main Contractor who have an opportunity for you to join them as Commercial Manager for their major Power Framework.-

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial management across multiple live civil engineering and utilities projects-
• Administer NEC contracts (A/B/C), including management of Compensation Events and change control-
• Produce CVRs, cost reports, and end-to-end financial forecasting across project portfolios-
• Oversee budgets ranging from -400k to -9m, ensuring strong cost control and value recovery-
• Manage procurement activity including subcontractor negotiation, supplier selection, and contract administration-
• Monitor WIP, cash flow, debt, and financial performance to ensure accurate forecasting and recovery-
• Develop and implement commercial processes including value recognition and WBS structures-
• Collaborate with project managers and engineers to identify and mitigate commercial risks Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Essential

• Proven experience in commercial management within civil engineering, utilities, or infrastructure sectors-
• Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts and Compensation Event processes-
• Experience producing CVRs, cost forecasting, and financial performance reporting-
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret and manage large financial datasets-
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial/project reporting tools-
• Experience managing subcontractors, procurement, and contract administration-
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple live projects-
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills-

Desirable -

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related discipline-
• Professional membership (MRICS, CICES or equivalent)-
• Experience in infrastructure delivery (utilities, energy, civils rather than new build housing/commercial)-
• Experience improving commercial processes, reporting structures, or forecasting systems-
• Exposure to value engineering or cost optimisation initiatives

To discuss further, please email an up to date word copy of your CV and a suitable mobile number.-

Quoting reference number: #GPCMPOW1626