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. 

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. 

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