Commercial Manager - Highways

Atheray Stone are currently looking for an experienced Commercial Manager to work for a established Main Contractor who have a solid track record of delivering Highways & Infrastructure schemes across the South of England.

This role will be responsible for the commercial management of multiple term maintenance frameworks, and an established site commercial team across a variety of locations. There is a new role due an increase in contract awards.

Candidate Profile:

• Degree Qualified in Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management
• Previous experience working within Highways, ideally frameworks or similar infrastructure sectors
• Able to drive and have a UK licence, as well as flexibility for travel to sites when needed
• Strong NEC3/4 contractual knowledge, ideally working for a Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractor 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead all commercial and contractual aspects of projects and frameworks, ensuring effective cost control, forecasting, change management, cash flow, WIP and profitability
• Provide commercial leadership across work winning, tenders and bids, including contractual risk review, pricing strategy and TUPE considerations
• Oversee pre‑construction activities, ensuring contracts align with tender submissions, commercial strategies are agreed and teams are fully briefed
• Maintain accurate reporting in line with business systems, governance and financial reporting requirements
• Carry out regular commercial health checks, ensuring compliance with contracts, notifications and internal policies
• Ensure projects are cash positive and risks, disputes and opportunities are proactively managed
• Build and maintain strong client, supplier and subcontractor relationships to maximise commercial opportunities
• Lead, develop and resource commercial teams, including mentoring, succession planning and performance management
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, collaboration, inclusion and right‑first‑time delivery
• Support business improvement, continuous development and external representation of the contractor

If you would be interested in a informal conversation regarding this role, please apply with your most up to date CV and we will get back to you as soon as we can.